BIRMESE MANDALAY BOEDDHA Southeast Asian art - Statue...

Bring serene calm, deep spiritual power, and Eastern grandeur into your interior with this museum-quality Mandalay Buddha. Offered is a stunning, authentic sculpture of a seated Shakyamuni Buddha, rendered in the iconic and highly sought-after Mandalay style from Burma (Myanmar). The statue depicts the Buddha at the crucial moment of his enlightenment. With his right hand he touches the earth in a serene gesture (Bhumisparsha mudra), calling the earth to witness his steadfastness and spiritual victory. Guaranteed authentic handwork As beautifully shown in the detail photo of the underside, this statue is entirely hand-carved from a single solid block of wood. The authentic tool marks and natural drying cracks in the base attest to traditional craftsmanship. The robe features graceful relief lines and is inlaid with colored mirror and glass stones. Specifications & Details Style / Origin: Mandalay style, Burma (Myanmar) Mudra: Bhumisparsha mudra (earth witness) Material: Solid hand-carved wood, traditional lacquer, gold leaf and inlaid colored glass Base: Authentic hand-carved wooden base Condition: Good antique condition with a beautifully lived-in character and original wear to the gilding.

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