possibly Southeast Asian, 19th century, finely carved and detailed Shakyamuni Buddha seated in padmasana and bhumisparsha (earth touching) mudra atop lotus base, gilt and polychrome decoration, 22-1/4 x 17-1/2 x 9-1/2 in.
Provenance: The Collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia; sold to benefit Tinwood Foundation
Note: Label on base reads "High Museum of Art / Loan No: 11.1974 / Arnett."
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The Collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia; sold to benefit Tinwood Foundation
rubbing and losses to gilding and polychroming throughout, numerous cracks throughout with some losses and separations (especially through shoulders, neck, and back of head), lotus base with several repairs, surface dirt
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