Burmese Buddha - Ava period - Myanmar
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Description from the seller
DESCRIPTION
Beautiful bronze statue representing the Buddha Shakyamuni seated in vajrasana, right hand in bhumisparsha mudra, calling the earth to witness, left hand resting on its heel, wearing the samghati, serene and gentle expression, eyes half-closed in almond shape, elongated earlobes, in meditation.
The "ball" he holds in his left hand is the stylized representation of the Vitarka Mudra and symbolizes the transmission of teaching.
Attention, resin has been poured inside, probably to make the statue more stable; the core is therefore not visible but there is no doubt about the piece’s antiquity.
Burma, Ava period, 18th century.
Height: 31.5 cm. Width: 15.5 cm. Depth: 9.7 cm. Weight: 2803 g
Attention, resin has been poured inside, probably to make the statue more stable; the core is therefore not visible but there is no doubt about the piece’s antiquity.
CONDITION
The statue is in fair condition, showing signs of age, oxidation, small chip at the bottom of the base. See photos.
THE SELLER
I have been traveling through Asia for 30 years, more specifically Burma (Myanmar), where I have built numerous contacts with traders, which has allowed me to buy ancient objects, I also buy on the European market depending on opportunities. Jean Dumoulin.
Will be packed with the greatest care, insured and traceable shipment.
DESCRIPTION
Beautiful bronze statue representing the Buddha Shakyamuni seated in vajrasana, right hand in bhumisparsha mudra, calling the earth to witness, left hand resting on its heel, wearing the samghati, serene and gentle expression, eyes half-closed in almond shape, elongated earlobes, in meditation.
The "ball" he holds in his left hand is the stylized representation of the Vitarka Mudra and symbolizes the transmission of teaching.
Attention, resin has been poured inside, probably to make the statue more stable; the core is therefore not visible but there is no doubt about the piece’s antiquity.
Burma, Ava period, 18th century.
Height: 31.5 cm. Width: 15.5 cm. Depth: 9.7 cm. Weight: 2803 g
Attention, resin has been poured inside, probably to make the statue more stable; the core is therefore not visible but there is no doubt about the piece’s antiquity.
CONDITION
The statue is in fair condition, showing signs of age, oxidation, small chip at the bottom of the base. See photos.
THE SELLER
I have been traveling through Asia for 30 years, more specifically Burma (Myanmar), where I have built numerous contacts with traders, which has allowed me to buy ancient objects, I also buy on the European market depending on opportunities. Jean Dumoulin.
Will be packed with the greatest care, insured and traceable shipment.
Details
Indigenous object name
Ava period
Country of Origin
Myanmar
Period
Mid 18th century
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Burmese Buddha
Height
31.5 cm
Width
15.5 cm
Depth
9.7 cm
Weight
2803 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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