Asian Art Featuring The William Arnett Collection | June 25, 2026
Thu, Jun 25, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 1060
Small Indian Pala Bronze Bodhisattva Figure
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
Sold for
$18,000
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Bihar or Bengal, depicting a bodhisattva, probably Tara or Prajnaparamita, seated in padmasana with hands in varada mudra atop lotus base, framed by flaming arch and elevated on tiered base with bracket feet, 7-1/4 x 3 x 2-1/2 in.
Provenance: The Collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia; sold to benefit Tinwood Foundation
Note: Exhibited and illustrated in Beyond India: An Exhibition of Works of Art from Southeast Asia in the William and Robert Arnett Collection, The High Museum of Art, 1974, no. 104. The High Museum attributes this figure to circa 10th-11th century.
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The Collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia; sold to benefit Tinwood Foundation
patinated surface with minimal traces of earlier gilding, some spots of verdigris, surface dirt, break and loss to fingers at proper left hand Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
