XM26-0003 / Gold · Single piece
Dragons Around the Halo
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This is a multi-tiered display of golden figures — dozens of them, large and small, ranked in formation. At the centre a crowned bodhisattva sits in full lotus, palms joined at the chest around a lotus bud, a thread of vermilion running through the drapery and a flame-shaped aureole gilt in layers behind; beneath is no lotus throne but a sphere covered all over with small Buddha heads, and below that lotus petals and a multi-tiered carved altar guarded by small lions at the corners, its lowest tier finished in vermilion. To either side stand two beast-riding bodhisattvas, one on a white elephant and one on a blue-green lion; beyond them, a red-haired wrathful guardian of great size and a smiling monk-form figure. On stepped shelves behind, more than a dozen small standing figures stand in neat rows, each holding its implement, with many-armed guardians at the flanks — all gathered into the one field of gold. Dense but never disordered, crowded yet orderly: the set is made to be ranged along a wall, or to form a golden principal wall within a shrine space.
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The multi-arms of the leftmost figure at the top are spread out to both sides, the head is in the middle, and the slender skirt rests on a low base. I will first look at the arms spread out on both sides. The slender body is still standing in the center. There are several directions in the small outline, making the beginning of this row particularly active.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The head of the second standing figure at the top of is slightly tilted, the vertical object is raised on one side, and the belt is turned outward from the waist. I like the tendency of the body to lean slightly to one side, the slender lines at the hands extending upward, and the belt bending outwards, giving a slight twist to the regular arrangement.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The figure of the third figure on the top is deflected to one side, and the hem of the long coat and the side tape form an asymmetrical silhouette. Compared to the upright stance of its neighbor, its slight inclination makes it worth a closer look. I first noticed the slightly tilted head and the folded hands in front of the body. The edge of the clothes was curved to the side. The small movements made this figure not just a repeated standing posture.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The fourth crown on the top is higher, with a slender object on one side standing up, and the clothes hanging down along both sides of the body, with a relatively straight outline. I will follow the erected objects on the side to see the height, and then return to the hem of the clothes. The straight line connects with the edges of the clothes that are turned outwards, adding a little rhythm to the slender silhouette.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The arms of the fifth piece at the top are slightly opened to the sides, the long coat is still gathered toward the center, and the head and shoulder lines remain stable. I like the way the sleeve edges on both sides are loosened outwards, and the center line of the body is still very clear. This small expansion is very eye-catching among the figures in the same row.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The sixth piece on the top is held close to the chest with one hand, the long coat on the other side hangs down naturally, and the crown and body form a clear vertical line. The details are concentrated on the upper body, and the lower body is simpler in outline. I first looked at the hand close to the chest, and then at the line where the clothes gathered downward. The movement was not big, but it made the small outline at the top look stable and complete.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The seventh piece on the top has an upright figure, with hands close to the chest and abdomen, and the light and dark colors of the long coat extend continuously from top to bottom. While adjacent works have side-extending lines, this one converges more toward the center. I will pay attention to the relatively upright head and long clothing line. The outer edge of the body is not greatly opened, so that the line of sight passes by the adjacent figure and stops here briefly.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The eighth crown ornament on the top is more prominent, the upper body details are layered, one arm is slightly stretched out, and the belt forms a bend at the waist. I like the front-to-back relationship between the objects on the chest and the hanging belt. The details are small, but when I look at them, they make me want to move my eyes from the entire row to this one.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The ninth long coat at the top hangs to one side. The hands are in a diagonal relationship in front of the body, and the body is still firmly resting on the low seat. I first noticed the curved lines in front of my body. The long coat held the lower part very firmly, so the small changes at the top were easier to see without having to make big movements.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The tenth piece at the top has outward curves behind the shoulders and on both sides. The robe still hangs down along the center, and the crown at the top tightens the outline upward. I will look at how the edges of the clothes on both sides are slightly spread out, and the central object is very close to the body, so that the standing statue still maintains a clear center in the dense arrangement.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The arms of the eleventh piece at the top are close to the body, the sleeves surround the wider upper body, the head is slightly tilted, and the hem is gathered downwards. I like the way the head is slightly tilted and the clothes line is sloping. The figure is not completely straight forward. The slight tilt makes this row of standing postures a little more natural.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The hand of the rightmost piece on the top is close to the cheek and chest. The other side of the dress hangs down along the body shape. The standing posture is slender, and the outline ends clearly at a high point. I first looked at the hands approaching in front of me, and then at the edge of the clothes turned out on the side. Although the outline was small, it could leave a gently closed pause at the end of the entire row.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The figure on the outer edge of the upper row on the left has arms spread out to the side. The clothes and belt intersect in front of the body, and the golden outline is revealed from the deep bottom. I will first look at the open arms and the thin lines on the side of the body in the picture. The edges are not fully expanded and it does not hinder the reading of the movement, so that the statue retains the feeling of extending outward.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.For the figure on the inner side of the upper-left row, long ribbons sweep back from the shoulders, while the arms extend forward; the armor and hem of the robes are gathered toward the center. I appreciate the interplay between the sweeping arcs emerging from behind the shoulders and the intricate gestures in front—the outer edges curve and turn, yet the figure remains centered and poised, as if multiple directional forces have been drawn together within a single, compact silhouette.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.On the outermost edge of the left middle row, only part of the tape and the outline of the figure are exposed. The lines tend to stretch outwards, and the deep background highlights the bright undulations. I will pay attention to the visible streamers and clothing lines at the edges. The picture does not explain the complete appearance. I prefer to stop at these clear turns and not fill in the story for the invisible parts.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The arms of the armored figure on the inner side of the left middle row are oriented in different directions, the long straps behind the shoulders are curled outwards, and the layers of armor are gathered at a low point. I first look at the wide decoration on the shoulders and the details on the waist. The belt goes around the body to create space, making the upright posture appear a bit high-spirited and not crowded.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The figure in the lower-left section is flanked by wing-like or ribbon-like forms. The body stands upright in the center, with long robes draping down toward the low pedestal. I am drawn to the wing-like contours on either side, which lend an elongated appearance to the figure, while the lines of the robes converge back toward the base—creating a clear sense of both expansion and containment.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The figure on the inner side of the upper-right group features multiple outstretched arms; the varying heights of the head and the slender object held in hand create a rhythmic composition, while the robes and armor taper downward in layered folds. My eye is drawn first to the slender object raised beside the figure, then to the undulating ribbons at the outer edge—these converging directions lend the small figure a compact, energetic momentum.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.This figure, located on the outer side of the upper-right group, is depicted with arms extended to the side and broad, curling ribbons; the golden armor stands out in relief against the dark background. I am drawn to the curve of the shoulder, still visible at the edge of the frame. Although the full outline is not revealed, the outward-flaring detail is enough to suggest a posture that is more dynamic than a simple, rigid stance.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.: A figure in the inner section of the middle row on the right holds a *pipa*-like instrument. A ribbon curls behind the shoulder, forming a broad arc that intersects with the diagonal lines of the armor and the instrument. My eye is drawn first to the instrument held across the body, then to the ribbon unfurling behind the shoulder—one broad, one slender—creating a clear focal point at the center of the figure.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.: Only a fragment of a golden, curved outline remains at the edge of the middle row on the right; it is impossible to discern the full face, gestures, or the positioning of the feet. I focus instead on the objects and ribbons visible at the edge. While a different perspective would be needed to grasp the complete pose, these fragments alone reveal lines that are both sinuous and powerful.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The standing figure in the lower-right corner extends one arm forward, while the flowing ribbons and an object held in the other hand reach outward; the long robes and headdress maintain a slender, elongated silhouette. I appreciate the interplay between the turned head and the diagonally raised long-handled object. While the hem of the robe falls downward, the overall orientation of the figure extends outward, imbuing this corner-positioned standing figure with a sense of dynamic tension.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The white elephant is located at the bottom. The seated figure on its back is highlighted by the pointed arch and the halo is highlighted. The clothing and lotus pedestal have a golden appearance, with distinct layers from front to back. I first looked at the light-colored elephant head and the downward-vertical proboscis, and then looked at the small seated figure above. The difference in light and shade and size made the layers clear, and seemed to arrange an upward path for the eyes.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The central seated figure holds both palms together. Behind, the pointed, leaf-like halo curls upward at the edges, while the spherical base below is adorned with repeating, delicate patterns, set atop a multi-tiered pedestal. I particularly like the repetitive, rounded motifs on the bulbous seat; with the figure’s hands gathered at the chest and the outer elements unfurling upward, the body appears securely cradled at the very heart of the entire composition.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.A blue lion-shaped figure stands with its head raised below. On its back, the figure and the pointed arch frame are raised layer by layer. Warm-colored decorations surround the animal's neck. I will first look at the open outline of the blue beast's head, and then look at the small figure on the back. The bright colors separate the front and back layers, making the details above more worthy of recognition slowly.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The figure on the bottom left possesses a broad, substantial frame, with a sack-like object carried near the shoulder. One hand grips a long-handled implement, the robes gather between the legs, and the patterns on the low pedestal are soft and rounded. I am struck by the silhouette of the bulging sack behind the figure and the hands held close together in front; the slight forward-leaning posture gives this small standing figure a sense of compactness and an inviting, intimate quality.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.has red flame-like hair raised high, multiple arms and objects spread out beside it, and the bent legs create a diagonal movement of the body. I was first attracted by the raised red outer edge, and then looked at the unfolding arms and leg raising movements. The blue and white curve below caught this momentum, giving the excitement a clear landing point.
Price: Upon inquiry · Customizable · Dimensions to be verified.The small, light-colored seated figure in the lower-left rests quietly; its cross-legged posture is compact, with the folds of the robes and the positioning of the hands creating subtle undulations across the simple, light-toned surface. I find myself pausing before this tiny, pale figure—amidst a surrounding array of striking, vibrant colors, its composed, inward-turning posture serves as a quiet, open space where the eye can find a moment of rest.
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