Brass Statuette Chakrasamvara India 9th-13th Chakrasamvara • Civilization: Indian

This is a cast brass statuette depicting the tantric Buddhist/Hindu deity Chakrasamvara (also known as Heruka), shown in a dynamic multi-armed pose with symbolic attributes. The figure is of Indian origin, stylistically consistent with the 9th–13th century period. Maker / Artist: Unknown (unsigned, as is typical for historic South Asian religious bronzes). It was produced in a traditional lost-wax casting workshop. Material: Cast copper-zinc alloy (brass), with approximately 76–81% copper and 17–25% zinc, plus minor/trace elements including tin, iron, and lead. Two independent XRF analyses (Artemis Testing Lab, January 2026, and Balboa Art Conservation Center, March 2026) confirm a consistent historic brass composition across multiple measurement points. No gold was detected, indicating it is not mercury fire-gilded (or any gilding is too thin/worn to detect). Dimensions: • Assembled height: 24 cm (9.45 inches) • Figure height: 21 cm (8.27 inches) • Width: 19.3 cm (7.6 inches) • Depth: 10 cm (3.94 inches) • Base: 18.5 × 9.3 × 8.2 cm • Weight: Approximately 7.2 lb (3.27 kg) Condition: Excellent overall and stable. The sculpture has a continuous, well-adhered dark brown patina with a satin finish and low gloss. Minor, natural wear and abrasion appear on high points (hands, feet, crown details, and projecting elements), exposing lighter metallic tones beneath — consistent with age and handling. There is no active corrosion, powdering, flaking, or pitting. The piece consists of two separately cast parts (figure and lotus-petal base) joined by square tenons (pressure fit, no adhesives or pins). Minor adhesive residue from previous mounting exists inside the hollow base. Dust and particulates are present in recesses, as expected on an aged object. No modern coatings or restorations were identified. Structure & Technique: Lost-wax cast in two sections. The rectangular base features molded lotus-petal decoration. The multi-armed figure includes detailed iconography: tiered crown, jewelry, garlands, and smaller attendant figures at the base. Provenance: First recorded buyer Charles Wilson, September 12, 1961. Currently owned by Legacy Bronze Aura, Inc. (Aharon Ohanyan, Los Angeles area). Not listed in the Art Loss Register database as stolen or missing. This object is a fine example of South Asian tantric metalwork, suitable for collection or display. All documentation (XRF reports, technical condition report from Balboa Art Conservation Center, and Art Loss Register certificate) is available.