{"product_id":"antieke-japanse-bronzen-boeddha-ca-1900-originele-vergulding-56-cm","title":"Exceptional Japanese Bronze Temple Buddha – Original Fire-Gilded Surface – Meiji Period, Circa 1900 – 56 cm – 19.4 kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExceptional Japanese Bronze Temple Buddha – Original Fire-Gilded Surface – Meiji Period, Circa 1900\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 56 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth: 51 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 19.4 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional Japanese bronze Buddha was cast around 1900 during the late Meiji period and represents the timeless elegance of traditional Japanese Buddhist sculpture. Seated in the serene \u003cstrong\u003eDhyana Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Buddha embodies meditation, wisdom and inner balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally finished with a rich layer of gilding, the statue still preserves authentic remnants of its original surface in protected areas. Combined with its naturally developed patina, impressive weight and traditional casting technique, this is a remarkable collector's piece with genuine historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOriginal Fire-Gilded Surface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed microscopic examination using a Dino-Lite digital microscope revealed numerous surviving areas of the original gilded surface. These remnants are preserved deep within protected recesses of the sculpture where centuries of natural wear have left traces of the original finish intact. The relationship between the gilding, the natural corrosion layers and the historic patina reflects the long life of an authentic temple sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Bronze Casting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue was produced using the traditional hollow lost-wax casting technique. Examination of the interior reveals the original casting core, historic structural reinforcements and naturally aged mineral deposits. These construction details are consistent with traditional Japanese bronze casting methods and demonstrate the quality of the original craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDhyana Mudra\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha is depicted in the classic \u003cstrong\u003eDhyana Mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the gesture of meditation. Both hands rest peacefully in the lap, symbolising concentration, spiritual awakening and inner harmony. This iconography has been revered for centuries throughout Japanese Buddhist temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture remains in authentic antique condition with age-appropriate wear throughout the surface. The original patina, surviving gilding and honest signs of age contribute to its remarkable presence and authenticity. No modern overpainting is visible that would diminish the historical integrity of the sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Japanese bronze temple Buddha.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLate Meiji Period, circa 1900.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge museum-quality size of 56 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstantial weight of 19.4 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal fire-gilded surface preserved in protected areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional hollow lost-wax casting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal casting core still present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally documented using Dino-Lite microscopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful naturally aged patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional collector's piece of Japanese Buddhist art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture will be professionally packed and fully insured for worldwide shipping from Germany. Personal collection by appointment is also welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58035881771339,"sku":"716","price":6801.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/japanse-bronzen-boeddha-ca-1900-originele-vergulding-1.jpg?v=1785846682","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/exceptional-japanese-bronze-temple-buddha-original-gilding-c1900","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}