{"product_id":"exclusieve-antieke-birmese-teakhouten-mandalay-boeddha-19e-eeuw","title":"Antique Burmese Teak Mandalay Buddha - 19th Century - 27 cm (Premium Quality)","description":"\u003c!-- Fysieke Dimensies \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 27.0 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.5 cm  |     \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 kg  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- Commerciële Productomschrijving --\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis authentic Burmese Buddha statue (27 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e from the late Mandalay period is entirely handcrafted from a single solid block of Burmese teak wood and represents one of the finest examples of traditional temple art. Despite its compact size, the statue possesses a remarkably heavy quality of 1.8 kg. The refined Thayo lacquer decoration, original Hmankazi mirror inlay, and remnants of historical gold leaf give the sculpture a rich, sacred appearance. Thanks to its exceptionally fully finished back, this statue is attractive from all angles and perfectly suited for free-standing presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Symboliek --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026amp; Spiritual Significance: Why this statue is essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Shakyamuni Buddha depicts the decisive moment of enlightenment and brings a powerful atmosphere of peace, wisdom, and spiritual balance.\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 symbolizes inner strength, steadfastness, and victory over all temptations.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandalay Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e The refined facial features, elegant posture, and rich ornamentation are among the most beloved characteristics of classical Burmese sculpture.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree-standing Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fully decorated back makes this statue particularly suitable for free placement in a room or display cabinet, allowing it to be admired from every angle.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiritual Centerpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanks to its harmonious composition and warm appearance, the statue forms an impressive focal point of tranquility within both a meditative space and an exclusive interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Materiaal --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craft 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 species known for its stability and rich natural structure.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Decorated Back:\u003c\/strong\u003e The traditional Thayo lacquer relief and original Hmankazi mirror inlay fully extend across the back of the robe, a rare feature found only in high-quality temple commissions.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Gilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural wear of the original gold leaf locally reveals the dark Thit-si lacquer layer, creating an authentic, time-formed patina.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Temple Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The underside is sealed with traditional cinnabar red lacquer and exclusively shows authentic manual tool marks, without modern machine processing or restorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Productspecificaties --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 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 Mandalay period, ca. 1880–1920\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monolithic Burmese teak wood with Thayo relief paste, Hmankazi mirror mosaic, and remnants of authentic 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 temple condition with original patina and fully decorated back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57601384251723,"sku":"508","price":1138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-birmese-teakhouten-mandalay-boeddha-frontaanzicht.jpg?v=1781692016","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/exclusive-antique-burmese-teak-mandala-buddha-19th-century","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}