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  12. Seated Maitreya 19th century, Western Tibet. Brass. Wearing a crown and holding the stem of a lotus flower in each hand. Under the blossom on each side stands another deity figure; the throne is decorated with a small lion on each side. The base is hollow and is covered with a bronze plate attached with wire. 8" (20 cm.) high. $750.