A Superb Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Large gilt bronze seated Shakyamuni Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, the Enlightened One, Sage of the Shakya Clan, seated in the Vajra posture which resembles meditation, and wisdom. The face has an appropriately serene expression, with one face and two hands he gazes forward, with downcast eyes under delicately arched brows, pendulous earlobes, cast in formal in appearance, adorning the neck are two slightly curved lines and suggestion of a smile of contentment. The hair is arranged in rows of coils that also cover the ushnisha, on the head is piled in a tuft on top with a single gold ornament adorning the crown. The drapery is cast in elegant pleats falling from the shoulders to the lap and pooling across the folded legs. symbolic of the Buddha's entry into a state of profound meditation. The right arm bare the hand is extended across the knee in relaxing gesture. The left hand performs the gesture (mudra) of meditation, resting on the lap performs the gesture of meditation supporting a black begging bowl - a gift from the Kings of the Four Directions. Across the left shoulder is an patchwork robe. A similar lower garment is tied at the waist with a sash. The legs are folded in vajra posture, A Buddhist term referring to a seated position where the feet are placed sole up on the thigh of the opposite leg; right over left. The legs are folded in vajra posture upon a double lotus throne. Extensive trace of gilt remain on surface, with hints of dark-blue pigment on hair. Surrounded with Aura Chakra Nimbus and Mandoria surrounding the body, rays of nimbus light emanate from the body and the head is surrounded by aureole. Elegantly comes with sets upon a multi tall leveled gilt pedestal with auspicious pattern , the underside revealed the separation of the Buddha and the throne. The pedestal throne are supported by 34 of buddha Amitabha with aura chakra nimbus, and 1 the largest in the center with seated on the big lotus throne, among two guard holding vajra stick beside him. They depict the Buddha about to reach enlightenment. In the sky above are peaceful deities and goddesses. Groups of Buddhas located at the top center of the composition, the Buddhas of the Three Times, the Buddhas of the Five Families, or the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas. The third floor of the palace depicts Amitabha Buddha, the second floor Avalokiteshvara and on the ground floor Padmasambhava surrounded by his eight traditional forms relating to the chronology of his life story. The three figures of Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara and Padmasambhava form an important trinity in the Nyingma religious tradition of the 'Revealed Treasures' (terma). Meditational deities and protectors are below encircling the Buddhas. Excellent detail and design perfectly executed by ancient smooth crafts master in Qing reign, extensive trace of gilt on surface. Extensive trace of gilt remain on surface. Bronze is in beautiful condition with minimal marring of the surface. This sculpture appears to be the perfect example, by any artistic tradition, both for technical precision and exquisite form. The proportions of the body are exact and the overall presence and beauty make this sculpture a precious artistic treasure. The underside with incised Quadra-petal flori-form visvavajra mark and centralized DaiJi. The lower reverse side bears a reign mark; six inscribed script characters, Made In The Years of YongZheng Reign Period of The Great Qing Dynasty.Dynasty.Measurements: Height: 16-1/4" Width: 13-1/4",A Superb Antique Large gilt bronze seated Shakyamuni Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, the Enlightened One, Sage of the Shakya Clan, seated in the Vajra posture which resembles meditation, and wisdom. The face has an appropriately serene expression, with one face and two hands he gazes forward, with downcast eyes under delicately arched brows, pendulous earlobes, cast in formal in appearance, adorning the neck are two slightly curved lines and suggestion of a smile of contentment. The hair is arranged in rows of coils that also cover the ushnisha, on the head is piled in a tuft on top with a single gold ornament adorning the crown. The drapery is cast in elegant pleats falling from the shoulders to the lap and pooling across the folded legs. symbolic of the Buddha's entry into a state of profound meditation. The right arm bare the hand is extended across the knee in relaxing gesture. The left hand performs the gesture (mudra) of meditation, resting on the lap performs the gesture of meditation supporting a black begging bowl - a gift from the Kings of the Four Directions. Across the left shoulder is an patchwork robe. A similar lower garment is tied at the waist with a sash. The legs are folded in vajra posture, A Buddhist term referring to a seated position where the feet are placed sole up on the thigh of the opposite leg; right over left. The legs are folded in vajra posture upon a double lotus throne. Extensive trace of gilt remain on surface, with hints of dark-blue pigment on hair. Surrounded with Aura Chakra Nimbus and Mandoria surrounding the body, rays of nimbus light emanate from the body and the head is surrounded by aureole. Elegantly comes with sets upon a multi tall leveled gilt pedestal with auspicious pattern , the underside revealed the separation of the Buddha and the throne. The pedestal throne are supported by 34 of buddha Amitabha with aura chakra nimbus, and 1 the largest in the center with seated on the big lotus throne, among two guard holding vajra stick beside him. They depict the Buddha about to reach enlightenment. In the sky above are peaceful deities and goddesses. Groups of Buddhas located at the top center of the composition, the Buddhas of the Three Times, the Buddhas of the Five Families, or the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas. The third floor of the palace depicts Amitabha Buddha, the second floor Avalokiteshvara and on the ground floor Padmasambhava surrounded by his eight traditional forms relating to the chronology of his life story. The three figures of Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara and Padmasambhava form an important trinity in the Nyingma religious tradition of the 'Revealed Treasures' (terma). Meditational deities and protectors are below encircling the Buddhas. Excellent detail and design perfectly executed by ancient smooth crafts master in Qing reign, extensive trace of gilt on surface. Extensive trace of gilt remain on surface. Bronze is in beautiful condition with minimal marring of the surface. This sculpture appears to be the perfect example, by any artistic tradition, both for technical precision and exquisite form. The proportions of the body are exact and the overall presence and beauty make this sculpture a precious artistic treasure. The lower reverse side bears a reign mark; six inscribed script characters, Made In The Years of YongZheng Reign Period of The Great Qing Dynasty. Measurements: Height: 16-1/4" Width: 13-1/4"