Shan, Buddha amulet - Shan, Burma

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An original terracotta Shan state Buddha amulet from Burma, dating to the mid-18th century, 7.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide and 2 cm deep, sold with a stand, in good condition; provenance Privécollectie.

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Very good, rare terra-cotta Buddha amulet from Burma (Shan State) dating to the 18th century. Refined detailing. With traces of gold leaf and natural lacquer. The right hand is in Bhumisparsha mudra, the posture of the Earth-touching. Buddha sits on the stylized lotus throne.
On the head we see the Ushnisha, the bulbous protrusion as an expression of Buddha's wisdom, and above it the Ketumala, symbolizing Buddha's Enlightenment.
Amulet dimensions: height approx. 7.5 cm, max width 4.5 cm, max depth approx. 2.1 cm.
Dimensions with stand approx. 10.5 x 8 x 4.5 cm.
No cracks or restorations. Given the age of this Buddha amulet, the condition can be described as excellent. From own collection, heirloom, in Europe for many decades.

Shipping only within the EU, plus Norway and Switzerland.

Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, C14 test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

Shipping only within the EU, plus Norway and Switzerland.

Very good, rare terra-cotta Buddha amulet from Burma (Shan State) dating to the 18th century. Refined detailing. With traces of gold leaf and natural lacquer. The right hand is in Bhumisparsha mudra, the posture of the Earth-touching. Buddha sits on the stylized lotus throne.
On the head we see the Ushnisha, the bulbous protrusion as an expression of Buddha's wisdom, and above it the Ketumala, symbolizing Buddha's Enlightenment.
Amulet dimensions: height approx. 7.5 cm, max width 4.5 cm, max depth approx. 2.1 cm.
Dimensions with stand approx. 10.5 x 8 x 4.5 cm.
No cracks or restorations. Given the age of this Buddha amulet, the condition can be described as excellent. From own collection, heirloom, in Europe for many decades.

Shipping only within the EU, plus Norway and Switzerland.

Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, C14 test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

Details

Country of Origin
Shan, Burma
Period
Mid 18th century
Material
Terracotta
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Shan, Buddha amulet
Height
7.5 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
2 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
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Objects sold
Private

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