{"product_id":"oud-bronzen-boeddhabeeld-met-gegraveerd-gewaad-uit-nepal-lot-475","title":"Rare Patan Shakyamuni Buddha – Hand-Engraved Floral Robe, ca. 1920","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: #fff; background-color: #1a2e1a; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #b08d57; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #b08d57; border-bottom: 2px solid #b08d57; padding-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003e\nShakyamuni Buddha – Hand-engraved Patan Craftsmanship, ca. 1920\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 20px; font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003e\nA rare and powerful collector's item from the early 20th century, characterized by the iconic floral engravings typical of the master blacksmiths from the Kathmandu Valley. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57; font-size: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 20px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n    Estimated value: €1,290\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57;\"\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; color: #fff; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57; width: 35%;\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eH 37 cm x W 26 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4.2 kg (solid bronze)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCire Perdue with manual engravings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3);\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; color: #b08d57;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCa. 1920 (Early 20th century)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eExpertise \u0026 Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nThis bronze Buddha statue is an exceptional example from the revival of traditional metalwork in Patan (Nepal). The statue immediately stands out due to the extremely finely engraved robe with floral motifs, a technique that reached its artistic peak around \u003cstrong\u003e1920\u003c\/strong\u003e. Microscopic examination of the interior (Dino-Lite) confirms the authenticity: the natural crystal formation and mineralization of the bronze alloy indicate a natural aging process spanning over a century. Remnants of old fire gilding in the deeper pores give the statue a warm, weathered appearance.\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eSymbolism \u0026 Presence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\nDepicted in the \u003cstrong\u003eBhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e – touching the earth as a witness – this statue symbolizes steadfastness and the moment of enlightenment. The combination of the dark bronze color of the skin and the richly decorated robe creates a 'Ganga-Jumna' effect, testifying to superior craftsmanship. The underside is open, revealing the authentic, rough internal structure with casting marks typical of traditional handiwork from this period. A powerful spiritual object with museum-quality depth.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56615438582091,"sku":"475","price":775.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/bronzen-boeddhabeeld-gegraveerd-gewaad-bhumisparsha.jpg?v=1771929475","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/old-bronze-buddha-statue-with-engraved-robe-from-nepal-lot-475","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}