Vintage Silver Alloy Nepalese Standing Maitreya Statues: Dharmachakra Mudra sculpture Each of the three statues

Each of the three statues showcase the intricate craftsmanship typical of Indian artisans

Matulay Sept

this figure is potentially from the Ming Dynasty

whether this was a ceremonial or home use jar

The vases are matching and depict traditional scenes featuring soldiers and villagers

Vintage Silver Alloy Nepalese Standing Maitreya Statues: Dharmachakra Mudra sculpture Each of the three statuesThis is a beautiful PAIR of vintage (c. 1940s 1950s) silver alloy Nepalese standing Maitreya Statue. The pieces are in excellent condition with a rich patina. Maitreya Buddha is a bodhisattva, or enlightened being, regarded as the future Buddha in many Mahayana Buddhist traditions. According to Buddhist belief, Maitreya will appear on earth to end suffering and spread Buddhist teachings. Maitreya is depicted standing on a lotus base with a serene