Bronze Buddha Head in Nepalese-Himalayan Inspired Style
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Product description
Bronze Buddha Head with Monumental Presence
This expressive Buddha head is crafted from a warm copper alloy and combines a calm, broad face with strongly stylized hair curls, a raised urna, and long openwork earlobes. The visual language is Nepalese-Himalayan inspired and also shows clear Southeast Asian influences. It is precisely this fusion that gives the sculpture a powerful and unique character. The head is traditionally hollow-cast. The smoothly polished facial features contrast beautifully with the lively surface of the hair and the layered crown. The closed eyes and modest smile lend the piece a serene presence, while signs of age around the ushnisha add a tangible historical depth.
Iconography
The urna on the forehead refers to spiritual insight. The elongated earlobes are a reminder of Siddhartha Gautama's royal lineage, while the ushnisha symbolizes wisdom and enlightenment.
Material and Technique
Hollow-cast bronze or copper alloy, locally finished and polished. The surface shows natural discoloration, patina, casting marks, and remnants of older filling or attachment materials around the hair and the crown.
Dating and Origin
Nepalese-Himalayan inspired tradition with Southeast Asian stylistic influences. Likely crafted in the 20th century.
Condition
Good decorative condition with visible signs of age and wear. The upper crown shows an open seam and signs of an older attachment or restoration. Wear, deposits, and local filler remnants are visible around the hair curls. The face and long earlobes are largely intact. Please view all detailed photos; these are an integral part of the condition description.
Specifications
Object: Buddha Head
Material: bronze / copper alloy
Technique: traditional hollow casting
Style: Nepalese-Himalayan inspired, with Southeast Asian influences
Dating: likely 20th century
SKU: 739
Additional details:
- Brand: 1stbuddha
- Style: Nepalees-Himalayaans geïnspireerd
- Style: Zuidoost-Aziatische invloeden
- Material: koperlegering
- Period: 20e eeuw
- availability: in_stock
- product_type: Boeddhabeelden
Specifications
CategorySculptureConditionGoodMaterialBronzeSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup