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Museum-Quality 19th-Century Burmese Mandalay Buddha – Solid Teak Wood (50.5 cm)
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Private sellerDamme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales
Product description
Physical Dimensions & Condition
Height: 50.5 cm | Width: 40.5 cm | Weight: 5.4 kg This monumental Burmese Buddha statue (50.5 cm) from the late Konbaung dynasty is an exceptional example of the early Mandalay style. The sculpture is entirely hand-carved from a single solid block of Burmese teak wood and boasts an impressive width of 40.5 cm, giving the statue a powerful and stable appearance. The combination of refined wood carving, original Thayo lacquer decoration, Hmankazi mirror inlay, and beautifully aged gilding makes this a museum-quality collector's item that radiates both spiritual depth and exceptional craftsmanship.
The Philosophical & Spiritual Significance: Why this statue is essential
This Shakyamuni Buddha depicts the decisive moment when enlightenment was achieved and symbolizes the triumph of wisdom over all worldly temptations.
Bhumisparsha Mudra: With his right hand, the Buddha touches the earth as a witness to his enlightenment. This iconic hand gesture represents steadfastness, truth, and the definitive victory over Mara, the personification of ignorance and desire.
Broad Meditative Posture: The powerful, stable seated posture emphasizes inner peace, spiritual balance, and complete mastery of body and mind.
Mandalay Aesthetics: The harmonious facial features, refined body proportions, and rich ornamentation are among the most beloved characteristics of classical Burmese temple art.
Spiritual Presence: Thanks to its monumental size, this statue forms an impressive centerpiece within a meditation room, exclusive interior, or high-quality Asian art collection.
Material & Craftsmanship Analysis
Monolithic Teak Wood: The sculpture is entirely carved from a single solid block of Burmese teak wood, a durable timber known for its exceptional stability and rich grain structure.
Thayo & Hmankazi: The robe is richly decorated with traditional Thayo lacquer relief and inlaid with original Hmankazi mirror tesserae, a hallmark of high-quality Burmese temple art.
Original Gilding: Traces of historic gold leaf and the authentic lacquer layers give the statue a warm, age-old appearance with a beautifully nuanced patina.
Traditional Construction: The professionally hollowed-out underside reduces tension in the solid wood and exclusively shows authentic manual gouge and chisel marks.
The historical collection designation " B.U. 020 " on the back refers to a former European private collection.
Specifications
Height: 50.5 cm
Width: 40.5 cm
Weight: 5.4 kg
Origin: Myanmar (Burma)
Period: Late Konbaung Dynasty / early Mandalay period (c. 1880–1900)
Material: Monolithic Burmese teak wood with Thayo relief, Hmankazi mirror glass, and traces of gold leaf
Iconography: Shakyamuni Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Condition: Excellent authentic museum quality with original gilding, historical lacquer layers, and rich usage patina
Additional details:
- Brand: 1stbuddha
- Style: Mandalay
- Material: Teakhout
- Material: Thayo-lakreliëf
- Material: Hmankazi-spiegelglas
- Material: Bladgoud
- Colour: Goud
- Period: 1880–1900
- availability: in_stock
- product_type: Beeld / sculptuur
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CategorySculptureConditionVery goodSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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About this seller
Private sellerDamme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales