899 - Bronze Dipankara Buddha as a Wall or Door Ornament

Bronze Dipankara Buddha as a Wall or Door Ornament Nepal/Tibet, probably 16th century or later. Bronze with an antique patina. Height: approx. 23 cm, weight: approx. 898 g. Condition: Clear signs of age and wear. Dipankara stands on a lotus pedestal. His right hand is raised in the Abhaya Mudra, a gesture of blessing and protection that symbolizes fearlessness, peace, and confidence. The back features a hanging ring. The pedestal also has three holes for mounting as a wall or door hanging. Dipankara is a Buddha from the distant past, known for having prophesied that the ascetic Sumedha would one day become Gautama Buddha. He is often depicted in a standing posture, a pose that reflects his role as a Buddha from the distant past who bestows blessings and prophecies.