Bidspirit auction | Buddhist Cast Copper/Bronze Temple Figures

Buddhist Cast Copper/Bronze Temple Figures (2) - Two cast copper-alloy devotional sculptures representing foundational figures in Himalayan Buddhist iconography. Newar-style standing figure of the goddess Tara, plus a seated ”Yab-Yum” (Father-Mother) dual-deity sculpture. Circa 20th century. Tara depicted in ”tribhanga” (triple-bend) posture, wearing tiered tiara, standing atop a circular lotus base. Left hand raised in ”vitarka mudra” (teaching) gesture. Stem of ”utpala” lotus blossom around arm. Right hand extended in ”varada mudra” (boon-granting) gesture. Flaming mandorla (prabha halo). Cast in bronze/brass alloy. Yub-Yam is cast copper alloy. Features authentic verdigris oxidation, highlighting its age and use in rituals. Dual-deity sculpture represents primordial union of compassion and wisdom. Male deity, Vajrasattva, sits in meditative posture embracing his female consort. Good condition. Minor surface wear, such as light scratches. Green patination on yab-yum and softened casting details due to age. Blue putty (possibly from a past repair) on right foot in rear. Larger (Tara) measures approx. 3.5”Lx2.5”Wx9.75”H. From the collection of Carol and George Thomassy, Hanover, Pa. Condition: Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging/use. Request Condition Reports via email or telephone in advance of the auction. Any condition report verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The buyer is expected to be the expert. Country of origin, material is not guaranteed. Credit or Debit Card payments by New Buyers of high value items, gold, or silver will not be accepted; instead, form of payment must be cash, cashier's check, money order, or electronic funds transfer. // Registration, bidding, and participation in this auction constitute the bidder?s electronic acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, forming a legally binding contract enforceable under applicable law.