Mandalay Buddha - wood, gold leaf - Burma (Myanmar) - 51 cm - Wood, Gold leaf, Stained glass - Myanmar - Late 20th century

Sitting Buddha Mandalay statue made of Monkeywood/Acacia wood

The handcrafted Buddha was carved from Monkeywood/Acacia wood and adorned with filigree mosaic work; it is highly detailed.

Mandalay Buddha

The historical Buddha Siddhartha Gautama, depicted as Shakyamuni, attained enlightenment while meditating under a Bodhi tree. Characteristic of Shakyamuni Buddha is the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the gesture of enlightenment and earth-touching. The right hand rests over the knee, with the fingertips touching the ground. The left hand lies in the lap, palm open facing upward.

Dimensions in cm: 51 x 44 x 27 cm
Weight: 5 Kg

Condition of the Buddha figure:
Very well-preserved figure
see photos, they are part of the auction
Will be securely packed and shipped with tracking