Object lessons: a Tibetan Buddhist relic and a boxer made from recycled materials

Online Saffronart9-10 August: Asian ArtVaishravana, Guardian Deity of the North (16th-17th century)
Est. $39,000-$55,000
The Tibetan relic, a highlight of the houses first online sale of Asian works of art, depicts the Buddhist deity Vaishravana, known in Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana branches of the religion as the Guardian of the North and worshipped as a protector and an idol of wealth. The ornately armoured god is shown riding a white snow lion and holding both an emblem for victory and