Bidspirit auction | Gilded bronze figure of Mahakala,

Gilded bronze figure of Mahakala, Qing dynasty - Bronze figure with traces of fire gilding and polychromy, representing the six-armed protective deity Mahakala. It is presented in an energetic warrior dance posture, trampling on a figure symbolizing obstacles on a lotus throne. With his wrathful three-eyed face and skull crown, he holds various tantric attributes in his six arms. The piece, which is highly expressive, has an unsealed base. Size: 24 x 16.5 x 8.5 cm Weight: 2942 g