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Antique Gilded Wooden Mandalay Buddha - Burma - 35 cm - 2.6 kg

Antique Gilded Wooden Mandalay Buddha - Burma - 35 cm - 2.6 kg

€490,00 EUR
€490,00 EUR
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Traditional Craftsmanship: The Gilded Mandalay Buddha

This authentic Mandalay Buddha from Myanmar (Burma) is a magnificent example of religious art from the early 20th century. With a height of 35 cm and a weight of 2.6 kg, this hand-carved wooden statue is a substantial and spiritually powerful piece.

Forensic Audit & Technique

At 1stbuddha.nl, this object has been technically validated through microscopic examination:

  • Eye Inlay: Detailed analysis shows an authentic inlay of the eye in the wood, using traditional pigments and lacquer layers.
  • Hman-zi-shwe-cha Technique: Leaf gilding applied over a black lacquer base (thit-si) on a wooden core, with the characteristic red cinnabar underlayer.
  • Glass Mosaic Inlay: The robe is richly decorated with cut glass pieces (hmani), typical of the Mandalay style.
  • Bhumisparsha Mudra: Depicted in the 'Earth Touching' posture, symbolizing the ultimate lighting.

Specifications

Origin Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)
Period Early 20th century (ca. 1910-1930)
Material Gilded wood with glass mosaic
Dimensions 35 cm (H) x 30 cm (W)
Weight 2.6 kg
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