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What are the statues in Buddhism called?
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In Buddhism, what statues are called depends on what they depict. The most common sculpture is the Buddharupa, which depicts the Buddha seated in a cross-legged position with his hands in various positions. Shop a range of Buddhist sculptures on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Bronze Sculpture of a Buddhist Monk
Located in Marbella, ES
Bronze Sculpture of a Buddhist Monk
Category
Late 20th Century Asian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
19th century Burmese Alabaster Buddhist Monk Statue
Located in New York, NY
A Burmese Alabaster sculpture of a Buddhist Monk devotee, Buddha. This posture is called Namaskara
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Alabaster
$2,470 Sale Price
35% Off
Hand-Carved Sculpture of a Buddhist Monk, 21st Century
Located in Greding, DE
Sculpture of a Buddhist monk made of natural stone, masterfully hand-carved. The calm posture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Antique Burmese Buddhist Monk Polychrome Wood Carving Statue
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Antique Burmese 19th century hand carved polychrome sculpture of the Buddhist Monk Sariputta, from
Category
Antique 19th Century Burmese Mounted Objects
Materials
Wood
Bronze Lost Wax Sculpture Depicting a Praying Buddhist Monk with Offering Bowl
Located in Yonkers, NY
A small vintage bronze cast sculpture from the mid 20th century depicting a praying Buddhist monk
Category
Mid-20th Century Busts
Materials
Bronze
Sculpture of a Buddhist monk in praying wood Burma, 19th century
Located in Milano, IT
born—a small, finely crafted sculpture of a Buddhist monk in prayer. This delicate work of art
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$1,339 Sale Price
20% Off