{"title":"Vitarka Mudra Buddha – Wisdom, Teachings \u0026 Transmission","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Buddha Statues with the Vitarka Mudra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuddha statues with the Vitarka Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e symbolize wisdom, teaching and the transmission of Buddhist knowledge. This distinctive hand gesture represents discussion, learning and the sharing of the Dharma. Our collection features authentic \u003cstrong\u003eVitarka Mudra Buddha statues\u003c\/strong\u003e from Thailand, Myanmar (Burma), Tibet, Nepal, China and Japan, crafted in bronze, fire-gilded bronze, wood and stone. From antique temple sculptures to rare ritual images, every piece has been selected for its authenticity, iconographic accuracy, historical significance and exceptional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antiek-tibetaans-boeddhabeeld-vitarka-mudra","title":"Antique Tibetan Buddha Statue – Vitarka Mudra","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €420 – €650. Antique Tibetan Buddha statue of the Buddha in Vitarka mudra, the gesture of teaching and the transmission of knowledge. The figure is depicted seated on a lotus base, with the right hand in Vitarka mudra and the left hand resting in the lap. The statue is crafted in bronze and traditionally hollow-cast, with an open base. 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":"antieke-thaise-bronzen-boeddha-hand-vitarka-mudra","title":"Antique Thai bronze Buddha hand Vitarka mudra","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €450 – €750. Antique Thai bronze Buddha hand executed in Vitarka mudra, the gesture of teaching and the transmission of knowledge. This type of hand was originally part of a larger Buddha statue and was kept separately after the loss or dismantling of the head statue. The hand is slenderly modeled with elongated fingers and subtle wrist decoration, characteristic of traditional Thai sculpture. 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":"nepalese-boeddha-in-zilverkleurige-koperlegering-vitarka-mudra","title":"Nepalese Buddha in silver-colored copper alloy Vitarka mudra","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €700 – €1,000. Nepalese Buddha seated on a lotus base and depicted with Vitarka mudra, the gesture of teaching, in which the thumb and index finger meet to form a circle. The statue is hollow cast and crafted from a silver-colored copper alloy (white metal), not solid silver. Microscopic examination reveals natural oxidation and long-term wear, with visible remnants of original gilding in recessed and protected zones. This combination of white metal with partially worn gilding is characteristic of Nepalese production from the late 19th to early 20th century. The surface is free of modern coatings or restorations; UV examination shows only dust reaction. The robe is richly decorated with repeating motifs and the face is serene and classically modeled. Authentic old devotional object for domestic veneration. Nepal, ca. late 19th – early 20th century. Dimensions: height 28.3 cm, width 16.5 cm. Weight approximately 3 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fcfaf7 !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; padding: 30px !important; margin: 40px 0 !important; border: 1px solid #e0d8c8 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif !important; line-height: 1.8 !important;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch4 style=\"color: #b08d57 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; letter-spacing: 2px !important; font-size: 0.9rem !important; margin-top: 0 !important; margin-bottom: 15px !important; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee !important; padding-bottom: 10px !important;\"\u003e\n\nSymbolism: The Vitarka Mudra\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem !important; margin-bottom: 20px !important;\"\u003e\nThis object is depicted with the \u003cstrong\u003eVitarka Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sacred gesture of teaching and discussion. On the raised right hand, the thumb and index finger touch to form a circle, symbolizing the unbroken flow of wisdom and the passing on of the Buddha's teaching.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem !important; font-style: italic !important; color: #555 !important; margin-bottom: 0 !important;\"\u003e\nDiscover the full meaning in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mudras-symboliek-gids\" style=\"color: #b08d57 !important; text-decoration: underline !important; font-weight: bold !important;\"\u003eMudra \u0026amp; Symbolism Guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56398443577675,"sku":"080","price":420.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/nepalese-boeddha-zilverkleurige-koperlegering-abhaya-mudra.jpg?v=1769511963"},{"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. This type of Buddha was used as a personal devotional object or small altar statue and has a distinct presence despite its modest size.\n\nDimensions: H 17.5 x W 12 cm\n\nWeight: approx. 1 kg\n\nMaterial: bronze","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56448400294219,"sku":"121","price":395.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/bronzen-boeddha-vitarka-mudra-lot-121-01.jpg?v=1770059707"},{"product_id":"antieke-bronzen-boeddha-in-vitarka-mudra-himalaya-newar-lot-429","title":"Antique Bronze Buddha in Vitarka Mudra – Himalaya Newar – Lot 429","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €2,800 – €3,800.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique bronze Buddha from a Himalayan Newar workshop exudes tranquility, refinement, and timeless balance. 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":"vitarka-mudra-bodhisattva-tibet","title":"Antique Tibetan Travel Statue Avalokiteshvara – Vitarka Mudra – 18th Century","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; padding: 50px 30px !important; max-width: 950px !important; margin: 20px auto !important; border: 1px solid #e0d8c8 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif !important; line-height: 1.8 !important; text-align: justify !important;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center !important; margin-bottom: 40px !important;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"color: #1a1a1a !important; font-size: 2.2rem !important; letter-spacing: 3px !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; margin-bottom: 15px !important; font-weight: normal !important;\"\u003e\n      Tibetan Travel Altar: Avalokiteshvara\n    \u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #b08d57 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; letter-spacing: 2px !important; font-size: 0.9rem !important;\"\u003e\n      Your Spiritual Travel Companion from the 18th Century\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100px !important; height: 1px !important; background-color: #b08d57 !important; margin: 20px auto !important;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1rem !important; font-style: italic !important; text-align: center !important; color: #444 !important; margin-bottom: 30px !important;\"\u003e\n\"Not every statue was intended for the silence of a monastery. Some were meant to share life, traverse the mountains, and offer protection on every path you walk.\"\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAt a height of 13 cm, this antique bronze statue of \u003cstrong\u003eAvalokiteshvara\u003c\/strong\u003e (Chenrezig) was crafted par excellence as a personal travel statue. In 18th-century Tibetan culture, statues of this size were carried by travelers and monks as a portable altar. It offered a constant spiritual connection and protection during dangerous journeys through the Himalayas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1a1a1a !important; font-size: 1.5rem !important; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee !important; padding-bottom: 10px !important; margin-top: 40px !important; font-weight: normal !important;\"\u003e\n\nWhy this image should be your travel companion\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhether you are taking a physical journey or undergoing a significant inner transition, this image of the Bodhisattva of Compassion reminds you that you never travel alone. The four arms symbolize his ability to offer help in all directions simultaneously. 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. This object displays all the characteristics of a weathered spiritual instrument:\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none !important; padding-left: 0 !important; font-size: 0.95rem !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e⬥ \u003cstrong\u003eTactile Wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft fading of the details on the knees and hands bears witness to decades, if not centuries, of touch and prayer by the original owner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e⬥ \u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hollow underside still contains the oxidized remains of the original casting core, indispensable proof of the 18th-century lost-wax method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px !important;\"\u003e⬥ \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The layered oxidation (cuprite and malachite) is deeply rooted in the metal, a process that cannot be artificially accelerated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #1a1a1a !important; font-size: 1.4rem !important; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee !important; padding-bottom: 10px !important; margin-top: 40px !important; font-weight: normal !important;\"\u003e\n\nTechnical Specifications\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eType:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0;\"\u003ePersonal Travel Image (Portable Altar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eDating:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0;\"\u003e18th Century (c. 1700–1800)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0;\"\u003e13 cm (h) x 6.5 cm (w)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0;\"\u003eCast bronze with historical patina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 50px !important; padding: 40px !important; border: 2px solid #b08d57 !important; text-align: center !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1rem !important; margin-bottom: 25px !important; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\nAre you looking for a powerful protector for your own journey? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\" style=\"display: inline-block !important; padding: 18px 45px !important; background-color: #1a1a1a !important; color: #ffffff !important; text-decoration: none !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; font-weight: bold !important; font-size: 0.9rem !important; letter-spacing: 2px !important;\"\u003e\n\n➔ Add this masterpiece to your collection\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n\n\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n\n\"@type\": \"Product\",\n\n\"name\": \"Antique Tibetan Travel Statue Avalokiteshvara – 18th Century\",\n\n\"image\": \"https:\/\/1stbuddha.nl\/cdn\/shop\/files\/antiek-tibetaans-brons-reisaltaar-voorzijde.jpg\",\n\n\"description\": \"Authentic 18th-century Tibetan travel figurine (13cm) of Avalokiteshvara. 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It forms the perfect counterpart to the Bhumisparsha example, as this Buddha is depicted in the Vitarka Mudra. This gesture, in which the thumb and index finger touch, symbolizes the transmission of knowledge, discussion, and the intellectual argumentation of Buddhist teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eJavanese Craftsmanship and Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic architectural structure of the throne is directly inspired by the stepped temple structures (Candi) of Central Java. The broad, round double lotus throne supports the figure with robust serenity. The face, with its characteristic full lips and downward gaze, reflects the classic Javanese aesthetic as we know it from Borobudur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForensic Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing 8.5 kg, this is a solid object made of \"high-gauge\" bronze. The interior of the hollow base shows authentic traces of mineralization, casting residue, and a distinct patina stratigraphy, which confirms the dating around the turn of the century. The dark, warm patina on the exterior has built up naturally over the years through devotion and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Javanese (Indonesia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitarka Mudra (Teaching)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57226631184715,"sku":"258b","price":1925.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-javaanse-boeddha-vitarka-mudra-brons.jpg?v=1778068954"},{"product_id":"monumentaal-verguld-tibetaans-shakyamuni-boeddha-beeld-monnikenwerk-vitarka-mudra-met-handgegraveerd-kasaya-gewaad","title":"Monumental Gilded Tibetan Shakyamuni Buddha Statue – Monastic Work – Vitarka Mudra with Hand-Engraved Kasaya Robe","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#ffffff; color:#2b2b2b; padding:32px; border:2px solid #b08d57; border-radius:8px; font-family:Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height:1.75;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#b08d57; font-size:26px; margin:0 0 18px 0; font-weight:normal; letter-spacing:0.5px;\"\u003eMonumental Gilded Tibetan Shakyamuni Buddha Statue – Vitarka Mudra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; margin:0 0 18px 0;\"\u003e\nThis monumental gilded Shakyamuni Buddha statue is a powerful Tibetan \/ Himalayan monastic object with an exceptional presence. The Buddha is depicted in Vitarka mudra: the thumb and index finger of the raised right hand touch to form a circle, the classic gesture of teaching and explaining the Dharma.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; margin:0 0 18px 0;\"\u003e\nThe meaning of this image is particularly strong. Vitarka mudra stands for the transmission of the Buddha's teaching: instruction, discussion, and insight. The circle formed by thumb and index finger represents the unbroken flow of wisdom from teacher to student. As a result, this image is particularly suitable for an entrance, meditation room, practice room, altar, or a powerful spiritual interior.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; margin:0 0 18px 0;\"\u003e\nThe reverse side shows the traditional Tibetan Kasaya monk's robe, hand-engraved in a geometric rice field pattern. This pattern refers to the Buddhist monk's robe, composed of symbolic planes like old patches of cloth that together form one sacred garment. 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Its slender, elegant proportions and the rare \u003cem\u003eDouble Vitarka Mudra\u003c\/em\u003e make this statue unique within Javanese sculpture. Traces of original gold leaf decoration (\u003cem\u003eprada\u003c\/em\u003e) and a naturally formed malachite patina enhance the historical character of the sculpture. Thanks to its monumental height, this statue forms a powerful spiritual centerpiece in a meditation room, reception area, or refined interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Symbolism \u0026 Meaning --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026amp; Spiritual Significance: Why This Statue is Essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcquiring this Javanese Buddha brings an ancient tradition of wisdom, protection, and inner harmony into your living environment:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Vitarka Mudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both hands form the rare Vitarka hand gesture, symbolizing the transmission of spiritual knowledge, philosophical insight, and the continuous dialogue between teacher and student.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection \u0026amp; Wisdom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Within the Javanese Buddhist tradition, this posture not only signifies teaching but also the protection of the spiritual path and the preservation of inner balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajapahit Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The elegant body forms and subdued expression align with the classic aesthetic of the historical Majapahit Empire, where harmony, spirituality, and refinement were central.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiritual Centerpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Due to its monumental size and serene appearance, the statue creates an atmosphere of peace, contemplation, and balance within any space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Material Analysis --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Conservation Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The surface shows a naturally formed dendritic malachite patina and microscopic remnants of original \u003cem\u003eprada\u003c\/em\u003e (gold leaf), consistent with a long historical development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e The internal core consists of traditional volcanic ash clay, a material characteristic of historical Javanese sculptures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Conservation:\u003c\/strong\u003e An older structural fracture has been expertly stabilized in the past with modern conservation resin. This intervention contributes to structural stability and is recognizable as a restoration under UV light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparent Restoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The conservation was carried out with respect for the historical object and ensures the preservation of the sculpture for future generations without concealing its original artistic value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Product Specifications --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally cast with volcanic ash clay core\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buddha with Double Vitarka Mudra\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Javanese Majapahit Revival style\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century or older (classic Javanese core)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique core with professionally conserved structural stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57624192680267,"sku":"675","price":975.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/java-majapahit-boeddha-1.jpg?v=1781934115"},{"product_id":"antieke-vuurvergulde-tibetaanse-gelug-lama-exportzegel-1962","title":"Tibetan Gelug Lama with 1962 Nepal Export Seal – Fire-Gilt Bronze, c.1750–1850","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA documented Tibetan portrait bronze\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fire-gilt figure belongs to the portrait tradition of the Gelug school, where eminent teachers were represented not as generalized Buddhas but as identifiable members of a monastic lineage. The tall pandita hat, layered robes and compact seated posture immediately place the figure within that clerical tradition. One hand is raised in a teaching gesture while the other supports a bound text, emphasizing scholarship and transmission rather than devotional iconography alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the surface matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture is a hollow copper-alloy cast with an open base. Inside, remnants of the original earthen core remain visible together with irregular casting deposits. Across the exterior, old gilding survives strongly in recessed passages, around the robe borders and in protected areas, while higher points show darker exposed alloy and natural handling wear. 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