Shan-Buddha - Statue - Myanmar/Burma

Antique Burmese Shan Buddha carved in wood with lacquer and gilding – Myanmar (Burma)

A striking, hand-carved Buddha figure in the traditional Shan style (Tai Yai) from Myanmar, dating to the 19th century. The sculpture was carved from a single piece of hardwood and finished in classical Burmese technique with black and natural red lacquer, and gilded with gold leaf.

The seated Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted in the Bhumisparsha Mudra (gesture of the Earth-touching), symbolizing the moment of his enlightenment. Typical for Shan-region art are the fine facial features with red lip accentuation, the elongated earlobes, and the slender, calm silhouette. On the back of the pedestal there is an authentic rectangular opening for consecration gifts (reliquary chamber).

Condition:
Age-appropriate, authentic original condition with a beautiful patina. The gilding and lacquer layer show characteristic wear. At the lower edge of the pedestal there are nicks/bumps, and on the underside there are natural drying cracks in the wood. The originally inserted flame finial on the head crown (Ushnisha) is no longer present due to age (see photos).

Dimensions:
Height: approx. 30 cm
Width: approx. 15 cm
Depth: approx. 8 cm

Shipping:
Carefully packaged and insured via DHL including tracking.