{"product_id":"antiek-19e-eeuws-birmaans-staand-boeddhabeeld-giltwood-met-bedelnap-77-cm","title":"Antique 19th Century Burmese Standing Buddha Statue – Giltwood with Alms Bowl (77 cm)","description":"\u003c!-- Physical Dimensions \u0026 Status Badge --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"buddha-product-dimensions-badge\" style=\"border: 1px solid #1a1a1a; padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 30px; background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #888888; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions \u0026amp; Status\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; color: #1a1a1a; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e    \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 77.0 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.5 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th Century  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- Commercial Product Description --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis authentic Burmese Buddha statue (77 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an impressive temple sculpture from the late Konbaung dynasty, entirely hand-carved from a single solid block of tropical hardwood. Executed in the refined Mandalay style, it depicts the Buddha standing with both hands around a deep black lacquered \u003cem\u003ePatra\u003c\/em\u003e (alms bowl), an iconography that within the Burmese Buddhist tradition symbolizes humility, compassion, and monastic discipline. The combination of original gilding, mirror-glass inlay, and centuries-old patina makes this statue a special collector's item with a powerful spiritual aura.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Symbolism \u0026 Meaning --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026amp; Spiritual Significance: Why this statue is essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis standing Mandalay Buddha represents the core values of the Buddhist way of life: simplicity, compassion, and spiritual devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Patra (Alms Bowl):\u003c\/strong\u003e The centrally held alms bowl symbolizes humility, gratitude, and the life of a Buddhist monk. It reminds us that true wealth lies not in possessions, but in inner wisdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStanding Buddha:\u003c\/strong\u003e The upright posture exudes dignity, protection, and continuous presence. The statue symbolizes the active role of the Buddha as a guide on the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandalay Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e The refined body proportions, serene facial expression, and rich decorations are among the most valued characteristics of classical Burmese art from the Konbaung period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemple Tradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally crafted as a religious devotional image, this sculpture brings the atmosphere and spirituality of historical temples from Myanmar into any space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Material \u0026 Finish --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Authentic Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonolithic Hardwood:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entire sculpture is carved from a single solid block of tropical hardwood, a technique that required exceptional craftsmanship and extensive experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Gilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original gold leaf layer has naturally worn away in many touched areas, revealing the traditional cinnabar-red ground layer and black \u003cem\u003eThit-si\u003c\/em\u003e lacquer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMirror-Glass Inlay:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cem\u003ePata\u003c\/em\u003e headband and the ornate borders of the \u003cem\u003ecivara\u003c\/em\u003e robe are richly decorated with hand-carved mirror glass (\u003cem\u003eHmankazi\u003c\/em\u003e) carefully applied in refined \u003cem\u003eThayo\u003c\/em\u003e lacquer relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural signs of age, original lacquer layers, and historical wood cracks emphasize the authenticity and ancient character of this temple statue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Specifications --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 77.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monolithic tropical hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original \u003cem\u003eThit-si\u003c\/em\u003e lacquer, gold leaf, and mirror-glass inlay (\u003cem\u003eHmankazi\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centrally placed black lacquered \u003cem\u003ePatra\u003c\/em\u003e (alms bowl)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Mandalay style\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Konbaung Dynasty, 19th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myanmar (Burma)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic antique condition with original finish, historical patina, and natural wood characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57621676556619,"sku":"673","price":671.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antiek-19e-eeuws-birmaans-staand-boeddhabeeld-1.jpg?v=1781870062","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antique-19th-century-burmese-standing-buddha-statue-giltwood-with-begging-bowl-77-cm","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}