{"title":"Wisdom \u0026 Insight: Images for knowledge and reflection","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuddha Statues for Wisdom, Knowledge and Reflection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover our carefully curated collection of \u003cstrong\u003eBuddha statues for wisdom and insight\u003c\/strong\u003e. These authentic Buddha statues and Asian works of art symbolize knowledge, self-reflection, spiritual growth and inner wisdom. From Buddhas and bodhisattvas to inspiring temple sculptures from Thailand, Myanmar (Burma), Tibet, Nepal and China, every piece has been selected for its authenticity, historical significance and profound spiritual meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bronzen-manjushri-beeld-bodhisattva-van-wijsheid","title":"Bronze Manjushri Statue – Bodhisattva of Wisdom","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €450 – €650. Antique Tibetan bronze statue of Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom and insight, seated on a lotus base. The figure is depicted holding the sword of wisdom in the raised hand, symbolizing the cutting through of ignorance. The other hand is held in a posture appropriate for holding a text or attribute. The statue is traditionally hollow-cast and displays a deep, natural patina consistent with age. Manufactured in Tibet and dated to the 19th century. Height approx. 13.8 cm, width approx. 10.9 cm, weight approx. 1 kg. 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Clear remnants of original fire gilding are visible on the robe, combined with a deep, natural patina on the face and torso. The richly engraved robe with floral motifs suggests Tibet or the Himalayan region. Dating: 19th century. Dimensions approx. H 15.7 cm x W 11.2 cm, weight approx. 1 kg. This is a religious statue with devotional and art-historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56386230878539,"sku":"043","price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antiek-tibetaans-boeddhabeeld-vitarka-mudra-brons.jpg?v=1769419821"},{"product_id":"antiek-vuurverguld-bronzen-boeddhabeeld-himalaya-19e-eeuw","title":"Antique fire-gilded bronze Buddha statue – Himalayas, 19th century","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €12,000 – €18,000. Antique fire-gilded bronze Buddha statue from Tibet, dated to the 17th–18th century. The Buddha is depicted seated on a double lotus base and making the teaching hand gesture, Vitarka mudra. The statue is traditionally hollow-cast and features original fire-gilding (mercury gilding) in high-carat gold, of which clear remnants are visible over the entire surface and along the inner edge of the underside. The gilding shows natural wear on protruding parts and retains gold residue in recessed areas, consistent with prolonged ritual aging. The combination of size, weight, and fire-gilding is characteristic of Tibetan religious statues from this period. Dimensions approx. H 40 cm x W 23.4 cm, weight approx. 5.8 kg. 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The surface displays a dark, weathered patina with clear signs of wear consistent with older bronze. The object is fully solid cast and feels relatively heavy for its size. Southeast Asia, Thailand. Dimensions: height 26.7 cm, width 8.6 cm. Weight approximately 600 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56397308166475,"sku":"074","price":249.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/thaise-bronzen-boeddha-hand-vitarka-mudra-1.jpg?v=1769502414"},{"product_id":"boeddha-in-vitarka-mudra-oud-bronzen-beeld-lot-121","title":"Buddha in Vitarka Mudra – old bronze statue – lot 121","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEstimated value: €450 – €650.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBronze Buddha statue, seated on a classical lotus base and executed in Vitarka mudra, the gesture of teaching and the transmission of knowledge. The statue is compact in size but remarkably heavy for its dimensions, indicating a solid traditional casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe surface shows natural wear, particularly on the back and shoulder area, consistent with age and prolonged use. The details in the robe and hair structure are clear but not sharply cut, giving the statue a calm, weathered appearance. No modern polishing or decorative finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe open bottom reveals a rough, irregular internal structure consistent with older casting techniques. 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The Vitarka mudra, the gesture of wisdom and explanation, gives the statue a calm and harmonious presence that works strongly in an interior, both spiritually and decoratively. Subtle traces of the original 24k fire gilding are still visible in the deeper parts, giving the statue a warm and authentic appearance that cannot be compared to modern decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its balanced size and elegant lotus base, this statue fits perfectly on a sideboard, low cabinet, or quiet meditative spot in the home. It is an authentic devotional casting from Nepal, made to be used and cherished for a long time. A special object that instantly adds character and depth to a space.\n\nDimensions (H x W): 28.5 x 19 cm\nWeight: 3.8 kg\nMaterial: bronze with traces of 24k fire gilding","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56529203429707,"sku":"429","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-bronzen-boeddha-vitarka-mudra-nepal.jpg?v=1771242599"},{"product_id":"antiek-tibetaans-bronzen-manjushri-beeld-met-restvergulding-lot-170","title":"Antique Tibetan bronze Manjushri statue with residual gilding lot 170","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique Tibetan bronze statue depicts Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom and insight. He is shown holding the flaming sword that cuts through ignorance and the Book of Wisdom, symbols within Buddhism that represent clarity, knowledge, and spiritual power. 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Manjushri statues of this quality and appearance are offered less frequently and are prized by collectors seeking genuine Himalayan art with character and depth.\n\nDimensions: H 32 cm × W 23 cm — Weight: approx. 4 kg.","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56535400513867,"sku":"170","price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antiek-tibetaans-manjushri-beeld-brons.jpg?v=1771324720"},{"product_id":"zittende-chinese-boeddha-met-verguldingsresten-en-gestempelde-lakmarkering-lot-190","title":"Seated Chinese Buddha with Gilding Remnants and Stamped Lacquer Marking Lot 190","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €1,500 – €2,100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful and authentic Chinese bronze Buddha statue from the Qing period (19th century), executed in a seated posture with the right hand in Vitarka mudra (teaching gesture). The statue exudes tranquility and simplicity, with a gentle facial expression and a classic, timeless design characteristic of late Imperial Chinese work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue was traditionally cast using the lost-wax technique and has a completely closed base. Original casting core residues are present inside, indicating a pre-industrial production method. The inner wall shows natural oxidation and mineralization, further supporting its age and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear traces of wear and use are visible on the surface, including fine micro-corrosion and remnants of original fire gilding in protected zones. This gilding has largely disappeared over time, but remains visible in deeper parts of the robe and the structure.\n\nOn the head, there is an old lacquer\/wax mark with visible stamp impressions. The impression is partially distorted, making the characters not fully legible, but it is a historically applied mark possibly related to transport, trade, or subsequent processing.\n\nAn honest and technically substantiated example of an authentic Chinese Buddha statue, with clear traces of age, use, and traditional craftsmanship.\n\nDimensions: H 33 cm × W 25 cm \u003cbr\u003eWeight: approx. 4 kg","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56571206304075,"sku":"190","price":1590.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/chinese-bronzen-boeddha-zittend-vitarka-houding-qing-periode.jpg?v=1771521014"},{"product_id":"antiek-tibetaans-brons-geleerde-lama-18e-eeuw-15cm","title":"Rare 18th-century Tibetan Scholar Lama – 1kg Solid Bronze – 15.5cm","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;\"\u003e\n18th-century Tibetan Scholar Lama (Manjushri Emanation)\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\nAn exceptionally heavy and museum-quality bronze sculpture. 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She symbolizes compassion, protection, and overcoming obstacles. Many people choose a Tara statue because it radiates tranquility and is simultaneously seen as a source of positive energy, wisdom, and inner strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a height of 60 cm and a weight of over 45 kilograms, this statue has an immediate presence. It is not a small decorative object, but a substantial stone statue that forms a natural eye-catcher both indoors and outdoors. This makes it particularly suitable for a meditation spot, entrance, veranda, garden, or spiritual space.\n\nThe goddess is depicted in a relaxed seated posture on a richly crafted pedestal. The crown, jewelry, lotus motifs, and backplate give the statue a classic Javanese appearance. Thanks to the use of solid sandstone, the surface possesses a natural texture that combines beautifully with wood, greenery, water features, and tranquil interiors.\n\nFor many enthusiasts, Tara represents protection during life changes. 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This statue depicts the Buddha in his capacity as a teacher, a rare and sought-after iconography within the Tibetan Rattanakosin tradition. \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    \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;\"\u003eapprox. 1950 – 1970\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;\"\u003eHeight: 44 cm | Weight: 6.4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\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;\"\u003eHeavy fire-gilded bronze with rich patchwork relief\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;\"\u003eMudra:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eVitarka Mudra (Teaching) \u0026 Dhyana Mudra (Meditation)\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eExpertise \u0026 Iconography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis image is distinguished by the Vitarka Mudra: the right hand is raised with the thumb and index finger forming a circle, the symbol for the transmission of the Dharma (the teachings). The robe is a beautiful example of patchwork kasaya, where each panel contains unique spiritual symbols in high relief. The reverse side features an apocryphal Chinese Xuan De mark and Tibetan inscriptions, indicating the high-quality 'Sino-Tibetan' influence within this collection. \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\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eWhat is the meaning of the Vitarka Mudra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\nThe Vitarka Mudra is the gesture of discussion and instruction. It is often associated with moments when the Buddha shared his wisdom with his followers. 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Furthermore, clear \u003cstrong\u003etraces of original gilding\u003c\/strong\u003e are visible in the recessed parts of these engravings, indicating high-quality craftsmanship for ceremonial or temple purposes.\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eDouble Mudra: Teaching and Blessing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis Buddha is unique due to the combination of two powerful hand gestures. The left hand is raised in the Vitarka Mudra, the gesture of discussion and the transmission of the teachings (Dharma). The right hand reaches down in the Varada Mudra, which represents compassion, generosity, and the bestowal of blessings. 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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 figures are crafted using the traditional 'lost wax' casting technique and display beautiful traces of ritual use and a natural patina.\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;\"\u003eThe Set Consists Of:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVishnu as Kurma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seated on a turtle, featuring sacred yantra inscriptions on the shell and the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMurugan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seated on a rooster, symbolizing victory over the ego.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGanesha:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seated on his mount the rat (Mushika), the scavenger of obstacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\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\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze (Lost-wax casting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varying between 11.5 and 14.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 1.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tamil Nadu or Karnataka, India (ca. 1900–1940)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes rare inscriptions such as Om, Sri, and planetary symbols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eA museum-quality set for the serious collector collector of Asian art and Hindu iconography.","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57248241156427,"sku":"301","price":545.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-bronzen-goden-set-vishnu-murugan-ganesha.jpg?v=1778238555"},{"product_id":"monumentale-witte-tara-sitatara-late-qing-dynastie-80-cm-26-2-kg-verguld-brons-cloisonne","title":"Monumental White Tara Sitatara – Late Qing Dynasty – 80 cm – 26.2 kg Gilt Bronze \u0026 Cloisonné","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Monumental Altarpiece from the 19th Century\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental statue of White Tara (Sitatara) is a rare masterpiece from the late Qing Dynasty (c. 1870–1900). With an impressive height of 80 cm and a mass of over 26.2 kg, this object serves as a spiritual anchor in any room. In the Sino-Tibetan tradition, White Tara is known as the 'Mother of all Buddhas', who continuously watches over the well-being of all living beings from her seven eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpiritual Meaning and Symbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn accordance with the philosophy of \u003cstrong\u003e1stbuddha\u003c\/strong\u003e, priority lies with the spiritual and symbolic meaning of this object over purely decorative attributes. The seven eyes — situated in the face (including the third eye of wisdom), the palms, and the soles of the feet — represent her all-seeing compassion and her ability to see every living being in every realm. Her hand gestures (Mudras) of blessing and instruction remind the viewer that compassion and wisdom are the heaviest foundations of a fulfilled life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eScientific Research \u0026 Forensic Findings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e1stbuddha\u003c\/strong\u003e, we employ a rigorous, scientific approach to the validation of antiques. This object has been extensively analyzed using Dino-Lite microscopy and UV spectral analysis. Our key findings substantiate the historical substance of this masterpiece:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion analysis of the base:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original iron base plate has completely degraded (rusted out) over a period of at least 100 to 130 years. The remaining rust ring on the bronze flange is the result of a prolonged electrolytic process between the iron and the nobler bronze. This is an irrefutable indicator of the claimed age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicroscopic metal structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dino-Lite images reveal clear, manual file marks beneath the patina. The presence of deep-seated verdigris (copper oxide) crystallized directly \u003cem\u003ein\u003c\/em\u003e these file marks proves that the metal was manually finished by a craftsman decades ago and has since undergone a natural oxidation process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnamel degradation (Cloisonné):\u003c\/strong\u003e The blue and red enamel shows microscopic pitting and gas bubbles (pinholes). This indicates the use of traditional 19th-century furnaces where temperature variation caused gases to escape from the glass mass. Additionally, mineral efflorescence is visible, indicating prolonged exposure to varying atmospheric conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV Spectral Analysis (365nm):\u003c\/strong\u003e Examination with UV light confirms the presence of authentic mineral pigments. The characteristic blue-green fluorescence of the turquoise enamel is typical of copper and cobalt oxides from the late Qing period and is absent in modern synthetic reproductions. A small, bright green spot under the cartouche indicates a historically justifiable repair or reinforcement, underscoring the authenticity of the object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconographic Mass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighing 26.2 kg, this is a very thick-walled casting. The stability and substance of this bronze indicate a precious production, originally manufactured for a temple or a very wealthy private altar during the Imperial Revival period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObject\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMonumental White Tara (Sitatara)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLate Qing Dynasty (c. 1870–1900)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHeight: 80 cm | Width: 56 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\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;\"\u003e26.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLost wax casting, Gilt bronze, Cloisonné enamel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApocryphal Qianlong Mark in relief (Imperial Revival)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This statue bears the scars of time as a testament to her history. Where the iron plate has perished, the bronze essence of the White Tara has remained indestructible. An undisputed masterpiece for the serious collector who values ​​forensic integrity.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57284175921483,"sku":"338","price":34000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/Monumentale-Witte-Tara-Sitatara-80cm-26kg-verguld-brons-cloisonne-emaille-19e-eeuw-Qing-dynastie.jpg?v=1778603672"},{"product_id":"antieke-tibetaanse-gebedsmolen-mani-khorlo-laat-qing-dynastie-met-intact-chinees-inspectiezegel","title":"Antique Tibetan Prayer Wheel (Mani Khorlo) – Late Qing Dynasty – With Intact Chinese Inspection Seal","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHistoric Time Capsule of Prayer: Sealed Tibetan Mani Khorlo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Tibetan prayer wheel, or Mani Khorlo, is a rare relic from the late Qing Dynasty (19th century). Unlike modern reproductions, this is a functional ritual object that bears the physical traces of a decades-long spiritual journey. The object is crafted from robust, weathered leather secured with traditional hand stitching, testifying to a simple yet powerful craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Red Seal: An Administrative Passport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this particular specimen unique for the serious collector is the intact red Chinese inspection seal on the underside. This seal confirms the official historical verification during the object's passage from Tibet to China at the beginning of the 20th century. It constitutes tangible evidence of the administrative and political context in which this religious artifact functioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForensic Findings \u0026 Authentication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e1stbuddha\u003c\/strong\u003e, every object is subjected to a technical examination to ensure historical integrity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e The object is fully sealed. Forensic examination confirms the presence of the original, tightly coiled mantra scrolls (likely Om Mani Padme Hum) inside the cylinder. These have remained untouched for over a century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatina Analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e The leather surface shows deep, organic degradation consistent with a 19th-century dating. 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While regular statues of this size are often hollow and light, this piece distinguishes itself with a solid casting of no less than 1.8 kilograms at a height of 20.7 centimeters. This indicates a high-quality alloy and superior craftsmanship from the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForensic Audit \u0026 Technical File\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e1stbuddha.nl\u003c\/strong\u003e, we base our valuation on the raw physical specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 kg at 20.7 cm. This extreme weight confirms a massive construction without large voids, which is characteristic of the early casting traditions from the Himalayan region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDating (ca. 1920):\u003c\/strong\u003e The degree of oxidation and the deep, organic wear of the fire gilding are consistent with an age of well over one hundred years. 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Dating from the 15th to 17th centuries, this masterpiece embodies the pure, brute force of the Pala Renaissance. 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In his palms, he holds the base of the sacred Kalasha, the vase filled with the elixir of immortality. This symbol activates energies of a long, healthy life and spiritual wealth.\n\nArchaic Leaf Crown (Prabhamandala):\nThe Buddha is enthroned beneath a monumental, diamond-shaped halo of dense leaves and large lotus flowers. This powerful, vegetative visual language harks back directly to medieval Indian Pala art, here cast in a beautiful and fleshy form without later cold engravings.\n\nThe Lion Pedestal (Simhasana):\nThe statue rests on a heavy, stepped architectural pedestal. 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Golden-brown metal alternates with darker patinated areas, and orange-red deposits remain in recessed passages. Localised pitting is visible across the figure; the reverse preserves casting marks, colour variation and several irregular apertures in the backplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge and handling are evident in wear, scratches, encrustation and local corrosion pits. Small losses and openings occur around the halo, lotus, backplate and plinth, with further wear and minor damage at the feet and corners of the base. These are recorded as observable condition features, not as independent evidence for an earlier date. The full photographic sequence forms part of this condition report.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMarket context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA related 19th-century Indian bronze Ratnasambhava described as Pala Period Style sold at Galerie Zacke for €2,340 including buyer’s premium. 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At 57 cm high and weighing 10.1 kg, the figure has substantial sculptural presence. The elaborate crown and jewellery, openwork ornament and richly constructed lotus base reflect the labour-intensive metalworking associated with large devotional images.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMañjuśrī is identified by the raised sword of wisdom, the attribute that cuts through ignorance. His left hand is held before the chest and was connected with a lotus rising beside the shoulder. Part of this lotus survives, while its upper section is lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCasting and surface\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture is assembled from separately cast and mounted components. Historic joins remain visible and form part of the original construction. The surface has developed a dark age-related patina with areas of wear and surviving traces of a warm golden surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffered in its historic, unrestored condition. 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The Buddha sits in full lotus, his robe drawn over the left shoulder and gathered in heavy, rounded folds across the lap and legs. Large snail-shell curls cover the head and the rounded ushnisha, and a small jewel is set into the front of the hair. The face is calm, with half-closed eyes, a round urna and long earlobes; rings of folds circle the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCasting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage piece from Japan, made in the middle of the 20th century rather than an antique. It is a hollow bronze casting. The open, irregular underside still shows remnants of the casting core and reddish-brown oxidation, and at 5.8 kg for a height of 29.5 cm the walls are thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen-blue patina with earthy, pinkish-brown deposits in the folds. The high points of the curls are worn, a few curls have broken off at the crown, and there are small casting flaws and losses at the base and fingers. 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Please do not clean the patina aggressively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSubject: seated Buddha in dhyana mudra\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: mid-20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: cast bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHeight × width: 29.5 × 26 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStatue weight: 5.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 836\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58719862849867,"sku":"836","price":435.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/vintage-japanse-bronzen-boeddha-dhyana-mudra-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791282038"},{"product_id":"thaise-verguld-bronzen-staande-boeddha-rattanakosin-ca-1880-1930","title":"Thai Gilt Bronze Standing Buddha, Rattanakosin, c. 1880–1930","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA crowned Buddha from Bangkok\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDressed as a king, this Buddha stands upright with his right hand raised in abhaya mudra and his left arm held straight along his side. His crown has flame-shaped side pieces, and above a beaded band the ushnisha rises into a tall flame finial, the ketumala. Dense floral and scroll relief covers the front of the robe, while at the back it falls as a smooth mantle. The figure stands on a lotus bud set on a stepped, eight-sided base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePeriod and making\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the Bangkok type of the crowned Buddha in royal attire, made in Thailand during the Rattanakosin period, around 1880–1930. It is cast hollow in bronze and covered with gold leaf over a dark ground layer. The open underside shows the casting core, a brown casting skin and green copper patina; there is no modern paint or electroplating. The relief is dense but soft and repetitive and the face follows convention, which fits that date. Gold leaf worn through to the metal and verdigris inside point to long use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe figure is structurally complete, with the finial and both arms present. The gilding is heavily worn on the face, arms, back and base edge, so bronze and the dark ground show through. There are small losses to the crown points, casting pores in the relief, and wear and green patina along the base edge. The underside is open with old core remains. No modern stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSubject: standing crowned Buddha in abhaya mudra\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: Rattanakosin, c. 1880–1930\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: hollow-cast bronze with gold leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHeight × width: 38.7 × 9.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStatue weight: 1.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 840\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58720350765387,"sku":"840","price":375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/thaise-verguld-bronzen-staande-boeddha-rattanakosin-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791285115"},{"product_id":"monumentale-nepalese-bronzen-staande-boeddha-abhaya-mudra-ca-1900-1945","title":"Monumental Nepalese Bronze Standing Buddha in Abhaya Mudra, Parcel-Gilt, c. 1900–1945","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA guardian of calm from the Kathmandu Valley\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt more than four feet tall, this Buddha has real presence. He stands upright on a double lotus base, his right hand raised in abhaya mudra, the gesture that dispels fear, while his lowered left hand gathers the hem of his robe. The bronze carries a deep reddish-brown patina, lifted by gilt accents on the eyes and brows, the urna, the robe borders, scattered rosettes, the palms, the nails and the lotus petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Newar casters of Nepal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor centuries the Newar metalworkers of the Kathmandu Valley, above all in Patan (Lalitpur), have cast their images by the lost-wax method. A figure is first modelled in beeswax and encased in clay; when the mould is heated the wax runs out, and molten metal is poured into the space it leaves. Because the mould is broken to free the casting, no two pieces are ever the same. The surface is then finished by hand with chisel and graver, curl by curl and fold by fold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNewar skill travelled far beyond Nepal. Newar artists worked for monasteries and rulers in Tibet for generations, and in the thirteenth century the Newar master Araniko carried the tradition all the way to the imperial court of China. Slender limbs, an inward, serene face and finely worked robes became part of the visual language of Buddhist art across the Himalaya. This standing Buddha belongs to that long lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFearlessness and the lotus\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbhaya means “without fear”. The open palm turned outward reassures the viewer: do not be afraid, you are protected. Tradition tells that the Buddha made this gesture to calm a raging elephant. The lotus rises from muddy water yet opens spotless above the surface, which is why the double lotus base stands for purity and awakening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall spiral curls cover the head, with green patina remaining in their hollows, and the ushnisha ends in a round finial. The long, open earlobes recall the heavy jewellery Prince Siddhartha wore before leaving palace life. The face is smooth and composed, with half-closed, gilt-accented eyes. The robe is draped over the left shoulder and held at the waist by a belt with a gilt knot. Its borders are engraved with a scale-like pattern and partly gilt, and gilt rosettes are scattered across the cloth. Each palm bears a gilt square mark with a flower motif. From the left wrist the robe falls in a broad point. The bare feet, their nails gilt, rest on a double lotus base with gilt-accented petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe figure is complete, with no visible missing parts. The bronze has a dark reddish-brown patina that shines on the high points. Green oxidation sits in the curls, between the lotus petals and in the recesses of the base. The gilding on the lotus petals is partly worn. A robe fold shows small casting irregularities and pits, and a fine line runs through the robe at the back, probably a casting or joining seam. The inside of the hanging robe point is left as rough cast surface. Otherwise minor scratches and signs of handling consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Nepal\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: c. 1900–1945\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: bronze, parcel-gilt\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSubject: standing Buddha in abhaya mudra on a double lotus base\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eHeight × width: 132.5 × 41 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eStatue weight: 31 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 842\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58721789280587,"sku":"842","price":4950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/nepalese-bronzen-staande-boeddha-abhaya-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791298232"},{"product_id":"thaise-bronzen-boeddhakop-met-losse-ushnisha-kap-ca-1950-1980","title":"Thai Bronze Buddha Head with Removable Ushnisha Cap, c. 1950–1980","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Thai Buddha head cast as a bust\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bronze Buddha head was cast in Thailand as a free-standing bust during the twentieth century, around 1950–1980. The neck ends in a finished, slightly flaring rim, which shows it was made this way from the start rather than broken from a body; it is not a fragment of a statue. The head stands 37 cm high and weighs 3.8 kg. Face and ears have been polished back to red copper, while the hair has been left dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe face of the Buddha\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe features follow a Thai workshop tradition: one continuous arch for the brows, downcast eyes and long earlobes. Between the brows sits the urna, here an empty recess. The hair is built up from spiral curls. Above it rises the ushnisha, the cranial protuberance that stands for the Buddha's enlightened wisdom. Here it takes the form of a separate cap with curls and a smooth, drop-shaped finial. The finial is neither a Thai flame with an opening nor a Burmese ushnisha knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTwentieth-century casting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe head is hollow, cast by the lost-wax method. The curls belong to the casting itself and were not applied afterwards. The ushnisha cap was cast separately and lifts off, leaving a visible seam on the hair. The contrast between the polished copper face and the dark hair, with turquoise deposits on the neck rim and in patches in the hair, points to a cleaned twentieth-century foundry piece rather than an undisturbed old patina. It is not a nineteenth-century piece, not a temple fragment and not historical Sukhothai.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDowncast eyes, a continuous brow arch, an empty urna recess and elongated earlobes. The hair is made up of spiral curls. The ushnisha is cast separately and lifts off: curls topped by a smooth, drop-shaped finial rather than a flame. The neck rim is finished, so this is not a fragment of a figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStable, ears intact, no breaks. The face has been polished to red copper. The hair is dark, with turquoise deposits on the neck rim and in patches in the hair. Small scratches and casting pits on the face, white oxidation on the ears. The urna is empty: its inlay is missing or was never fitted. There is a seam between cap and hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: 20th century, c. 1950–1980\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: bronze, hollow-cast\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSubject: Buddha head, cast as a free-standing bust\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: H 37 × W 24.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 847\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58736704192843,"sku":"847","price":395.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/thaise-bronzen-boeddhakop-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791382559"},{"product_id":"gekroonde-staande-boeddha-thailand-rattanakosin-63-cm","title":"Crowned Standing Buddha in Royal Attire, Thailand, Rattanakosin, 63 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA crowned Buddha in royal attire stands upright on a stepped lotus base, 63 cm tall and cast in gilt bronze. His tall crown rises to a flame, and his hands rest against each other before the chest. A dot marks the forehead and the earlobes are long. The figure comes from Bangkok and belongs to the Rattanakosin period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDressed in royal attire and richly jewelled, the Buddha stands on a stepped lotus base beneath a tall crown that ends in a flame. His hands meet before the chest in anjali, the gesture of greeting and reverence. There is a dot on the forehead, and the earlobes are elongated. The figure is hollow-cast in bronze and gilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fragment of mirror is still set in the chest ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Thailand, Bangkok\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePeriod: Rattanakosin\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: bronze, gilt, hollow-cast\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: H 63 × W 16 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 851\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58752110002507,"sku":"851","price":575.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/gekroonde-staande-boeddha-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791465654"},{"product_id":"houten-lanna-boeddha-olifantentroon-thailand","title":"Wooden Lanna Buddha on an Elephant Throne, North Thailand","description":"\u003cp\u003eA North Thai wooden Buddha in the Lanna tradition, seated on a throne carried by a ring of elephants. Three of them face forward and the rest stand along the sides and back, with the seat resting on the animals. On a cabinet or altar, the whole piece, 52.5 cm tall in black and gold, can be taken in at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe eyes are inlaid in white with dark pupils. Gold leaf still clings to the cheeks, nose and brows, crackled and worn away on the high points, and black lacquer remains in the folds. This Lanna Buddha sits in bhumisparsha mudra, the earth-touching gesture, with the right shoulder bare, snail-shell curls and a flame rising from the ushnisha. The figure is carved from hollowed hardwood, lacquered black and finished with gold leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: North Thailand, Lanna tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: c. 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: hollowed hardwood, black lacquer, gold leaf, inlaid eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: H 52.5 × W 22 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 852\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58752695992651,"sku":"852","price":450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/houten-lanna-boeddha-olifantentroon-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791469396"},{"product_id":"thaise-houten-boeddhakop-blauw-goud","title":"Thai Carved Wooden Buddha Head, Blue and Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Thai Buddha head carved as a flat panel. A blue band crosses the forehead, gold picks out the curls, and the lips and the dot on the brow are red. Set on a cabinet or shelf, it reads at a glance: 39 cm tall, in cream and black.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe eyes are closed and the earlobes are long. The back is flat and painted black, and the edge is neatly finished. Wear shows in the paintwork, with black coming through in the grooves and gold on the band. The head is carved from wood and finished with paint and gold leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: 20th century, c. 1960–1990\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: carved wood, paint and gold leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: H 39 × W 20.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 600 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 853\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58753669398859,"sku":"853","price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/thaise-houten-boeddhakop-blauw-goud-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1791471635"}],"url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/collections\/buddha-wisdom.oembed?page=3","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}