{"title":"Avalokiteshvara","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDiscover the sublime beauty of Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), the Bodhisattva of immeasurable compassion, in our collection of antique statues and sculptures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"zittende-avalokiteshvara-in-lotuspositie-tibetaans-brons","title":"Seated Avalokiteshvara in Lotus Position – Tibetan Bronze","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimated value: €1,200 – €1,800\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis seated Avalokiteshvara is crafted in bronze and originates from the Tibetan Himalayan tradition. The bodhisattva is depicted in a serene lotus position on a richly modeled lotus base, with an openwork halo behind the head. The crown, jewelry, and elegant body shape are characteristic of Avalokiteshvara, the embodiment of compassion within Mahayana Buddhism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe statue displays a natural, dark patinated skin with traces of age and ritual use. The finish and proportions suggest a religious object intended for devotion, not decoration. The combination of lotus seat, halo, and iconography clearly places this image within the Tibetan or Nepalese Buddhist tradition, presumably from the 18th or 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA powerful and restrained altar image with a clear spiritual aura, suitable for both collectors and practitioners.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eH 34.5 x W 16.8\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56369965236555,"sku":"028","price":780.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/avalokiteshvara-tibetaans-bronzen-beeld.jpg?v=1769170819"},{"product_id":"bronzen-avalokiteshvara-beeld-op-lotus","title":"Bronze Avalokiteshvara statue on lotus","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €600 – €1,000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bronze statue depicts Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, shown standing on a lotus foot. The statue is slender and finely modeled, displaying a consciously feminine elegance characteristic of Avalokiteshvara in Southeast Asian traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lotus motif is visible on the shoulder, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. The calm hand position and understated jewelry give the statue a serene, devotional appearance. The surface shows a naturally developed green-brown patina with wear on protruding parts, consistent with older bronze rather than modern finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: height 22.9 cm, width 5.6 cm  \u003cbr\u003eWeight: approx. 0.4 kg  \u003cbr\u003eMaterial: bronze\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56370300518731,"sku":"031","price":390.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/avalokiteshvara-bronzen-beeld-lotus-zuidoost-azie-229.jpg?v=1769173762"},{"product_id":"vuurverguld-bronzen-avalokiteshvara-tibet-18e-19e-eeuw","title":"Fire-gilded bronze Avalokiteshvara – Tibet, 18th–19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €1,200 – €1,800. Fire-gilded bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara from Tibet, dating from the 18th–19th century. The bodhisattva is depicted standing on a lotus base and features multiple arms, with the central hands in añjali mudra, the prayer posture symbolizing compassion and devotion. The stacked crown structure with small figures and the slender body shape are characteristic of Tibetan-Himalayan traditions with Newar influences. The statue is hollow-cast and shows clear remnants of original fire gilding on the inside, indicating traditional mercury gilding. The surface displays natural wear and patina consistent with age and ritual use, without traces of modern restoration. Dimensions approx. H 30 x W 14 cm, weight approx. 1.4 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56386723021131,"sku":null,"price":920.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/vuurverguld-bronzen-avalokiteshvara-tibet-18e-19e-eeuw.jpg?v=1769426454"},{"product_id":"vierarmig-avalokiteshvara-chenrezig-beeld-in-brons-himalaya","title":"Four-armed Avalokiteshvara Chenrezig statue in bronze – Himalaya","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €1,800\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeated four-armed Buddhist statue of Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), executed in gilded bronze. The statue depicts the bodhisattva seated in the vajra pose on a richly decorated double lotus base. The front hands are brought together in anjali mudra (gesture of devotion and compassion). The back hands hold a lotus and a ritual attribute with an openwork shape. A small seated Buddha is visible on the crown, iconographically characteristic of Avalokiteshvara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face is softly modeled with almond-shaped eyes, closed lips, and a calm expression. The high crown, earrings, necklace, and breast ornaments are finely crafted. Clear remnants of the original fire gilding are visible over the entire surface, with natural wear and discoloration consistent with age. On the back, the details of the crown, hair, and jewelry are fully rendered.\n\nThe underside is closed with a metal plate and displays a smooth, aged surface without modern traces. The statue is hollow-cast using a traditional technique. The combination of iconography, gilding, finish, and patina points to an authentic Buddhist devotional statue from the Himalayan region, presumably Nepal or Tibet.\n\nDimensions: height approx. 32 cm, width approx. 22 cm. Weight approx. 3 kg.","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56388468212043,"sku":"070","price":920.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/avalokiteshvara-vierarmig-verguld-brons-nepal-tibet-32cm-detail.jpg?v=1769437224"},{"product_id":"avalokiteshvara-antiek-uit-tibet","title":"Avalokiteshvara antiques from Tibet","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is the kind of statue where you immediately feel it is not modern junk. A standing Avalokiteshvara, powerful and elegant, with that typical Tibetan posture and aura. The bronze has a deep, weathered patina, and clear remnants of old gilding are visible in several places. That gold is not glued *on* the surface but truly emerges from the metal, exactly what you expect from an older statue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll in all, this points to an older statue, most likely from the late 19th to early 20th century. The interior and wear support the idea that it is well over 100 years old. Not a museum-level masterpiece, but certainly a serious, authentic collector's item with presence.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eH 25 x W 8.5  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56415585337675,"sku":"102","price":115.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/tibetan-avalokiteshvara-bronze-standing-statue-full-figure.jpg?v=1769692524"},{"product_id":"chinese-guanyin-avalokiteshvara-met-duizend-armen-en-meerdere-hoofden-qing-periode-lot-127","title":"Chinese Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) with a thousand arms and multiple heads – Qing period LOT 127","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €1,500 – €1,800\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze statue of Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) in her esoteric form with multiple heads and a thousand arms, an iconography representing omnipresent compassion and the ability to be active in all directions simultaneously. The statue is cast in bronze and displays remnants of original mercury fire gilding, visible as gold residues deeply embedded in the metal in sheltered zones. This type of gilding and the wear pattern indicate pre-industrial manufacturing and long-term religious use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stacked heads symbolize expanded consciousness, while the fan-shaped arrangement of the arms is characteristic of Chinese esoteric Buddhist representations from the Qing dynasty. The lotus base and the flame-shaped halo align with classical Chinese temple iconography. The surface displays a natural, weathered patina with uniform aging, without traces of modern interventions.\n\nThe underside is closed and shows consistent oxidation consistent with historically crafted ritual bronzes. With its slender proportions and refined modeling, it is an authentic devotional statue, intended for use in a religious context and not for decorative export.\n\nDimensions: H 35.5 × W 13.5 cm  \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1.2 kg  \u003cbr\u003eMaterial: bronze  \u003cbr\u003eOrigin: China  \u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Late Qing period (18th–early 19th century)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56454695256395,"sku":"127","price":490.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/boeddha-brons-guanyin-duizend-armen-lot-127.jpg?v=1770117922"},{"product_id":"khmer-lokeshvara-avalokiteshvara-met-kundika-bronzen-bodhisattva-lot-150","title":"Khmer Lokeshvara (Avalokiteshvara) with kundika – bronze bodhisattva, lot 150","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €3,500 – €5,500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a large, heavy bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara (Lokeshvara), recognizable by the crowned Buddha figure in the crown and the attribute in the hand (kundika, the ritual water jug). This type of iconography belongs to the Khmer and post-Khmer tradition, where Buddhist and Hindu imagery were deliberately blended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe posture is calm and frontal, with a clear emphasis on inner concentration and protection. The crown with a central Buddha image points to Avalokiteshvara as an enlightened bodhisattva, not an ordinary Buddha. This rules out a purely Thai or late decorative statue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside is solid and shows old ritual filling with strong, layered oxidation: reddish-brown core corrosion, green copper salts, and remnants of a gold-colored layer consistent with old gilding. The structure is irregular, mineral-rich, and uneven—characteristics that do not correspond with modern castings or artificial patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scale (42 cm), the weight (6.8 kg), and the technical construction make it clear that this is not a souvenir or temple reproduction, but a serious devotional statue intended for long-term ritual use. The condition shows age but retains strength and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConclusion: an authentic, regionally Khmer-related Avalokiteshvara statue, probably 18th–19th century, with convincing material characteristics and clear religious iconography. No indications of modern forgery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56474078413131,"sku":"150","price":875.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/khmer-avalokiteshvara-bronzen-bodhisattva-kundika-lot-150.jpg?v=1770373234"},{"product_id":"avalokiteshvara-vierarmige-vajrayana-bodhisattva-in-vuurverguld-brons-nepal-newar-lot-444","title":"Avalokiteshvara – Four-armed Vajrayana Bodhisattva in ormolu bronze (Nepal, Newar) – lot 444","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis four-armed Vajrayana bodhisattva is an authentic Nepalese bronze sculpture from a Newar workshop in the Kathmandu Valley, dating from the 18th–19th century. The statue is cast in a copper-tin bronze alloy and was originally fire-gilded; remnants of this gilding are still visible in protected zones and confirmed by microscopic examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is seated in a serene lotus posture on a separately cast lotus base, a construction characteristic of traditional Newar bronzes. The proportions are harmonious and the face is serenely modeled, with natural wear and softened contours indicating long-term ritual use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIconographically, it is a Vajrayana bodhisattva, most likely a regional form of Avalokiteshvara. The four arms bear ritual attributes including an oil lamp (dīpa), a lotus bud (padma), a flame-like emblem, and a small skull bowl (kapāla). The presence of the kapāla clearly places the statue within a Buddhist tantric framework and excludes a Hindu identification. Within the Newar tradition, such non-canonical combinations occur more frequently as local variants.\n\nTechnically, the statue displays all the characteristics of pre-industrial production: hollow lost-wax casting, manual finishing, natural oxidation, and a consistent patina buildup. There are no indications of modern restorations or artificial aging.\n\nDimensions: H 34.5 × W 23.5 cm Weight: 4.4 kg","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56487575191883,"sku":"444","price":6395.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/avalokiteshvara-vajrayana-nepalese-bronzen-bodhisattva.jpg?v=1770646262"},{"product_id":"bronzen-beeld-avalokiteshvara-sino-tibetaans-verguld","title":"Beautiful Avalokiteshvara – Sino-Tibetan style – 2nd half of the 20th century","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #fff; background-color: #1a2e1a; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #b08d57; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; border-bottom: 2px solid #b08d57; padding-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eAvalokiteshvara – Sino-Tibetan Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eAn impressive and detailed bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion. Crafted in the classical tradition, sitting in the elegant Lalitasana pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57;\"\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; color: #fff; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57; width: 30%;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2nd half 20th century\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBronze alloy with high-quality gold-plated finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTaiwan Collection (Crane Bird Nexus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eExpertise \u0026amp; Condition\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eAlthough this statue has a beautiful antique appearance with carefully applied signs of use, we date this object to the \u003cstrong\u003esecond half of the 20th century\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a very high-quality reproduction of an 18th-century model. The manual finish, the remnants of pigment, and the sealed base plate (Vishwa Vajra) attest to craftsmanship at a level rarely seen in modern replicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eAvalokiteshvara is depicted here with the Amitabha Buddha in the crown. At 1stBuddha, transparency comes first: we sell this object as a high-quality tribute to historical Buddhist art, where aesthetic quality is paramount. H 36.5 x W 24, 5.5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57045707391307,"sku":"526","price":995.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/Avalokiteshvara_Hoofdfoto.jpg?v=1776319048"},{"product_id":"antieke-thangka-paneel-avalokiteshvara-19e-eeuw","title":"Antique Avalokiteshvara Thangka on Panel – 19th century","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #fff; background-color: #1a2e1a; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #b08d57; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; border-bottom: 2px solid #b08d57; padding-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eAvalokiteshvara – Ancient Thangka on Panel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eA powerful and rare depiction of the four-armed Avalokiteshvara, also known as Chenrezig, the bodhisattva of compassion. This object combines a hand-painted Tibetan thangka with a wooden panel, giving the work a strong decorative and spiritual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57;\"\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; color: #fff; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57; width: 30%;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eca. 1900 or older\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e61 cm (H) x 50.5 cm (W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePigments on canvas, mounted on wooden panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eExpertise \u0026 Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eThe painting shows clear signs of age, including fine craquelé, natural wear in the pigment layers, and visible manual paint build-up. Under magnification, multiple layers and irregularities are visible that are consistent with an authentic hand-painted work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eThe canvas is firmly attached to the wooden support and finished as a panel. As a result, the object has acquired a stable, robust form and is immediately suitable for hanging. The surface texture has a characteristic, slightly sealed appearance, fitting for older mounted paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eSymbolicism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eAvalokiteshvara is depicted here in his four-armed form, a symbol of compassion, protection, and spiritual presence. The central figure is surrounded by smaller deities and spiritual teachers, giving the composition a clear devotional function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003eTransparency is central to \u003cstrong\u003e1stBuddha\u003c\/strong\u003e. We present this object as an old hand-painted thangka on canvas, mounted on a wooden panel. It is precisely this combination that makes the work visually powerful, decorative, and particularly suitable for an interior, practice space, or collection of Asian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.5); margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003eFrequently asked questions about this thangka panel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eWhy is the thangka mounted on a wooden panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eMounting thangka paintings on a panel is common for objects intended for long-term use in interiors, home altars, or decorative arrangements. In some cases, this was done later to stabilize the painting and protect it better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eIs this an original thangka?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eYes, it is a hand-painted thangka on canvas. The current panel form makes the work more stable and gives it the appearance of an independent art object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eHow do you recognize age in this type of work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eAge is visible in the craquelé of the paint layer, the natural wear of pigments, discoloration, and the build-up of multiple paint layers. These characteristics indicate an older, hand-painted object with natural signs of use and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eHow can this panel best be maintained?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003ePreferably hang the panel in a place without direct sunlight and with stable humidity. 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The eleven heads refer to the ability to see and respond to the suffering of all living beings. As a result, this is a powerful representation within Buddhism, beloved by collectors and people seeking a statue with deep spiritual significance.\n\nThe statue has a dark, highly developed patina with traces of reddish-brown and greenish oxidation. These cuprite- and malachite-like discolorations give the surface a great deal of character and reinforce the impression of age and prolonged weathering.\n\nThe multi-headed structure, the slender body, and the fine details in the crown, jewelry, and robe make this an expressive and special object. Remnants of older gilding are still visible in places and give the statue extra depth.\n\nAvalokiteshvara symbolizes compassion, protection, wisdom, and inner peace. 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The hand gesture, the \u003cstrong\u003eAnjali Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, brings the energy of calm, focus, and unconditional acceptance into your immediate surroundings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 40px 0 !important; padding: 35px !important; background-color: #fcfaf7 !important; border-left: 5px solid #b08d57 !important;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1a1a1a !important; font-size: 1.4rem !important; margin-top: 0 !important; margin-bottom: 15px !important; font-weight: normal !important; text-transform: uppercase !important;\"\u003e\nForensic Analysis \u0026 Expertise\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem !important; margin-bottom: 20px !important;\"\u003e\nEspecially with travel figurines, the \"wear and tear of devotion\" is crucial for the value. 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The combination of the Namaskara Mudra and the specific technical characteristics confirms the origin from the Ladakh region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e34 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBronze with original fire gilding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eapprox. 1750-1770\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppraisal value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e€ 14,000 - € 18,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForensic Analysis \u0026 Evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved Symbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e The reverse side of the robe features complex, hand-engraved cloud and flame motifs, characteristic of Ladakh iconography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Crystallization:\u003c\/strong\u003e White sand minerals and traces of ritual ash are visible in the deep grooves of the engravings and along the seams. 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The refined crown and the engravings on the back make this object an important spiritual heritage from the West Tibetan region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupplied including official appraisal report and forensic file of the internal and external analyses.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57238241018187,"sku":"277","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-vuurvergulde-bodhisattva-ladakh.jpg?v=1778155544"},{"product_id":"antiek-tibetaans-brons-avalokiteshvara-met-11-hoofden-ekadasamukha-60-cm","title":"Antique Tibetan Bronze - Avalokiteshvara with 11 Heads (Ekadasamukha) - 60 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-condition\" style=\"margin-top: 20px; padding: 15px; border: 2px dashed #cc0000;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #cc0000;\"\u003eCondition \u0026 Pricing:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis statue shows an old restoration at both ankles. Although the construction is now stable, the fracture line is visible (see detail photos). Due to this imperfection, this imposing 60 cm piece is very affordably priced.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIdeal for those looking for a large, characterful altarpiece with an authentic history, without paying the price of a museum-preserved example.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental bronze statue, 60 cm tall, depicts the eleven-headed \u003cstrong\u003eAvalokiteshvara\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ekadasamukha), the Bodhisattva of infinite compassion. The image is a beautiful example of Tibetan Buddhist iconography, where the eleven heads symbolize the ability to see the suffering of the world in all directions and to alleviate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\" style=\"margin-top: 20px; padding: 15px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eIconography \u0026amp; Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight Arms:\u003c\/strong\u003e The primary hands are in Namaskara Mudra (prayer posture), while the other arms hold various attributes (such as the wheel of the law and the lotus).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEleven Heads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stacked in five levels, topped with the head of Amitabha Buddha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hollow cast bronze with a deep, warm patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richly decorated clothing and a lotus base with fine engravings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic antique condition. 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A rare large example with a serene appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57249134772555,"sku":"305","price":495.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/avalokiteshvara-11-hoofden-brons-60cm.jpg?v=1778239962"},{"product_id":"zeldzaam-antiek-paar-massief-bronzen-bodhisattvas-avalokiteshvara-pala-nepalese-stijl-ca-16e-18e-eeuw-1-400-gr","title":"Rare Antique Pair of Solid Bronze Bodhisattvas (Avalokiteshvara) – Pala-Nepalese Style – ca. 16th-18th Century – 1,400 g","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 800px; margin: auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #8c7643; border-bottom: 2px solid #8c7643; padding-bottom: 5px; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 1.4em; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003e\nExclusive Antique Pair of Solid Bronze Bodhisattvas – Early Pala-Nepalese Style – ca. 16th-18th Century – 1.40 kg\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1em; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figure A: 14.4 x 8 cm | Image B: 14 x 8.5 cm | Total weight: ~1,400 grams (Lead-heavy, thick-walled casting)\n\n\n\nAn exceptional, extremely rare, and guaranteed original antique pair (set of two) of bronze Bodhisattvas, including Avalokiteshvara (the Bodhisattva of infinite compassion). This matching, surviving couple was masterfully cast in the Himalayan region (Nepal \/ Tibet) around the 16th to 18th century according to the classic, early Pala-Nepalese school. Given the compact hand size, the combined weight of 1,400 grams of bronze is extremely heavy, attesting to a virtually solid monastic quality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #8c7643; margin-top: 25px; font-size: 1.2em; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\nWhy buy this unique pair? (Function \u0026 Protection)\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIn Himalayan culture, these kinds of precious altar sets are almost always torn apart over the centuries. Owning a complete, surviving pair brings a unique spiritual harmony to the room:\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-type: square;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltimate Compassion and Peace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avalokiteshvara (recognizable by the upward-pointing lotus bud along the left shoulder) acts as the ultimate protector against fear, illness, and spiritual obstacles. His energy brings deep peace and harmony to the household or work environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance and Symmetry (Yin \u0026 Yang):\u003c\/strong\u003e As a set, these two statues embody the perfect balance of Buddhist virtues (Wisdom and Compassion). They belong together historically and reinforce each other's protective effect on a traditional home altar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAncient Devotional Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because these heavy bronzes have been actively worshipped and cherished for centuries, they possess a palpable historical soul. They instantly transform any space into a serene, exclusive environment that perfectly complements a luxurious white and gold style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #8c7643; margin-top: 25px; font-size: 1.2em; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\nIrrefutable Metalworking Proof of Age\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe bottoms and backs provide absolute, scientific proof of pure pre-industrial casting art, completely free from modern export junk or factory imitations:\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-type: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Authentic Bottoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e The open bottoms show two different, natural aging processes. Figure A displays a thick, powdery green-blue crust of legitimate malachite and cuprite oxidation. Figure B shows a bone-dry, petrified layer of jet-black charcoal ash and incense soot, mixed with white borax crystals (the historical flux) that have sweated out of the metal pores.\n\nCherished Wear \u0026 Chasing:\nThe reverses show an insane contrast. One figure features a beautiful hand-engraved geometric textile pattern on the cloth, while the other displays the bright copper-green oxidation skin. The upper parts (knees, belly, and faces) have been polished to a soft golden-brown by generations of manual touch, while the deep crevices of the crowns and lotus thrones bear the original dark temple tarnish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimitive Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lower edges are irregular in thickness and display the fleshy metal structures of the early \u003cem\u003ecire perdue\u003c\/em\u003e (lost-wax) method, without modern grinding or machined surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #8c7643; margin-top: 25px; font-size: 1.2em; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\nProduct details\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold; width: 30%;\"\u003eStyle \/ Culture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eHimalaya region (Tibet \/ Nepal - Early Pala tradition)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eca. 16th – 18th Century (Fully antique)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eHeavy, thick-walled cast bronze \/ copper-rich monastic alloy with remnants of fire gilding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eImage 1: 14.4 x 8 cm | Image 2: 14 x 8.5 cm\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003e~700 grams each | Total weight set: ~1,400 grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0;\"\u003eExceptional, pristine antique condition. 100% original pair with museum-quality, layered oxidation and patina. 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