Details: A finely carved and classic example of a 17th century Ayutthaya white sandstone torso of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni. This is a well executed piece of sandstone sculpture in the Ayutthaya National style of the period, which was knowingly reminiscing to the golden age of Sukhothai art in the 14th century as the notched ending of the sanghati demonstrates. This torso would have been carved from three separate blocks of stone to create the head, the torso, and the legs making up an im... Click for details
Thai gilt bronze Buddha, Ratanakosin period, 18th/19th century, the Buddha depicted in "Calming The Ocean" mudra. Both hands repaired at wrist, spire missing but very fine casting.
Measurements: H 15"; teak wood base H 3 1/2".
Provenance: The piece is said to have been owned by a member of the early Chakri dynasty in the late 18th century.
Thai Dvaravati style bronze Buddha, in vitarka mudra gesture/ teaching and giving instruction. Early 20th century according to provenance information.
Measurements: H 7 3/4".
Provenance: Private Collection.
This crowned Shan Buddha sits in bhadrasana, or Western position, on a tall stepped throne of unusual design. The carved teak wood figure has the winged side flanges and spired crown centered with high finial that identify royal Buddha figures from Burma. Shan artisans often added Arakanese accoutrements such as long ear pieces and ornate epaulets and chest ornaments to jambhupati (crowned) Buddha but this one has none of those; instead, the carver provided a striking throne that nicely balance... Click for details
A Mon Buddha from 18th century Burma has the thick facial features and very high finial that identify Mon images from the Ava period. The waisted throne is edged with geometric decorations typical of Mon images of the era. We purchased this figure about 10 years ago in a lot that included, we thought, only Shan Buddha figures of later vintage. This one is clearly from an earlier period and, although there is some overlap between the Shan and Mon sub-states in the characteristics of their Buddha ... Click for details
Three 19th century miniature Shan offering vessels are made of wood and lacquered to mimic the large hsun-ok bowls used in Burma to carry food offerings to monasteries. Miniature hsun-ok were used primarily on home shrines, placed in front of the family’s Buddha image with offerings of flowers and other small items. Replicating the variety in design and hue of the large full size red lacquer offering vessels, these little hsun-ok are yet another look at the care lavished by Burmese artisans on l... Click for details
A serene black vintage Buddha carved of dense Burmese teak emits a glow as a result of its lacquer treatment—first a coat of red lacquer, then a sheer top layer of black applied very sparingly so the red shines subtly through. This is a reversal of the traditional Burmese lacquer technique involving numerous coats of black lacquer covered with numerous coats of red, which produced handsome though much more formal antique pieces. The striking impact of this mid-20th century Buddha is heightened b... Click for details
Burmese soapstone buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base, with meditative facial expression, emphasized by the half-closed eyes which look downward.
Top of the head is a stupa-shaped "flame" or called usnisa, symbol of the realization of Nirvana or indicative of supreme knowledge.
A Pair of Burmese wooden crowned Buddhas, or sometimes known as 'King Buddha', wearing diadem-crowns and ornaments of kings instead of ordinary monk's robes. Crowned buddha represents the Buddha's role as a universal sovereign.
These buddhas are sitting on bases, with calm expression, wearing elaborately carved dresses, coated with golden color.
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Burmese wooden nat riding on a swan, holding a book, wearing a crown and elegant dress, painted in golden color. Traces of original lacquer and painting remain in excellent condition.
Age: Burma, circa early 20th Century
Measurement: Width 22.5 C.M. / Height 36 C.M.
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