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Nineteenth century thangka depicts the Buddhist goddess Tara – estimate £800-1200 at Olympia Auctions on May 26.

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Measuring 14½ x 10in (37 x 26cm) in a brocaded silk mount, it was acquired by Oliver Robert Coales in eastern Tibet in 1916-17.

The thangka is expected to bring £800-1200 at Olympia Auctions on May 26.

Matthew Barton’s sale comprises both European and Asian Works of Art.

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