{"product_id":"antieke-19e-eeuwse-mandalay-boeddha-bhumisparsha-mudra","title":"19th-Century Burmese Mandalay Buddha – Solid Teak (50.5 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 50.5 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40.5 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.4 kg  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- Commercial Product Description --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis monumental Burmese Buddha statue (50.5 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e from the late Konbaung dynasty is an exceptional example of the early Mandalay style. The sculpture is entirely hand-carved from a single solid block of Burmese teak wood and boasts an impressive width of 40.5 cm, giving the statue a powerful and stable appearance. The combination of refined wood carving, original Thayo lacquer decoration, Hmankazi mirror inlay, and beautifully aged gilding makes this a museum-worthy collector's item that radiates both spiritual depth and exceptional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Symbolism --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026amp; Spiritual Significance: Why this statue is essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Shakyamuni Buddha depicts the decisive moment when enlightenment was achieved and symbolizes the triumph of wisdom over all worldly temptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBhumisparsha Mudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e With his right hand, the Buddha touches the earth as a witness to his enlightenment. This iconic hand gesture represents steadfastness, truth, and the definitive victory over Mara, the personification of ignorance and desire.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Meditative Posture:\u003c\/strong\u003e The powerful, stable sitting posture emphasizes inner peace, spiritual balance, and complete mastery of body and mind.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandalay Aesthetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The harmonious facial features, refined body proportions, and rich ornamentation are among the most beloved characteristics of classical Burmese temple art.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiritual Presence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanks to its monumental size, this statue forms an impressive centerpiece within a meditation space, exclusive interior, or high-quality Asian art collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Material --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craftsmanship Analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonolithic Teak Wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sculpture is entirely carved from a single solid block of Burmese teak wood, a durable wood known for its exceptional stability and rich grain structure.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThayo \u0026amp; Hmankazi:\u003c\/strong\u003e The robe is richly decorated with traditional Thayo lacquer relief and inlaid with original Hmankazi mirror tesserae, a hallmark of high-quality Burmese temple art.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Gilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remnants of historical gold leaf and the authentic lacquer layers give the statue a warm, age-old appearance with a beautifully nuanced patina.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The professionally hollowed-out underside reduces tension in the massive wood and exclusively shows authentic manual gouge and chisel marks. The historical collection designation \"\u003cstrong\u003eB.U. 020\u003c\/strong\u003e\" on the back refers to a former European private collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Product Specifications --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myanmar (Burma)\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Konbaung Dynasty \/ Early Mandalay Period (c. 1880–1900)\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monolithic Burmese teak wood with Thayo relief, Hmankazi mirror glass, and remnants of gold leaf\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shakyamuni Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent authentic museum quality with original gilding, historical lacquer layers, and rich use patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57601590067531,"sku":"509","price":1972.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-19e-eeuwse-mandalay-boeddha-bhumisparsha-mudra-1.jpg?v=1781693230","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antique-19th-century-mandalay-buddha-bhumisparsha-mudra","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}