32. A fine gilt bronze depicting Wen Shu (Tibetan: Manjusri – God of Wisdom)
China
Ming Dynasty, Yongle Period (early 15th Century)
Height: 8 ½” (21.5 cm)
The crowned figure with gently smiling face and downcast eyes is seated on double lotus throne wearing elaborate bodhisattva ornaments. Before him sits a diminutive figure of a lion. Regilt in Western gold.