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Museum-Quality 19th-Century Burmese Mandalay Buddha – Solid Teak Wood (50.5 cm) – Sculpture
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Museum-Quality 19th-Century Burmese Mandalay Buddha – Solid Teak Wood (50.5 cm)

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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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