CHINESE GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF VAJRABHAIRAVA. Cast in numerous sections to depict the Diamond terrifier, the manifestation of the bodhisattva ManjushrI, with heads in all directions depicting Manjushri, the lord of wisdom, Vajrabhairava holding his Prajna Vidydhara in his primary arms, the others with attributes, framed by an arch of fire - 14 1/2 in. high. Estimate $4,000-6,000
PROVENANCE: Private Collection, New York, 1996
Very good casting, probably 20th century, no regilting, good condition.