Bronze Avalokiteshvara Statue From Nepal - 19thC Bracelets & Bangles while the central carry handle

while the central carry handle allows for easy transport of goods

This toy may have also been used as a mortar to grind spices for cooking

15 x 2 x 19

and the turning of the seasons

Bronze Avalokiteshvara Statue From Nepal - 19thC Bracelets & Bangles while the central carry handleA 19th Nepalese bronze figure of a Bodhisattva, possibly an emanation of Avalokiteshvara, with down cast eyes and a serene expression wearing an elaborate headdress, large earrings and other beaded jewelry, seated in the the cross legged lotus position on a single lotus base, the right hand positioned in Varada Mudra expressing compassion and the left hand in Karana mudra to warn of evil. 24 x x 18 x 31 (WxDxH cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands