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Antique Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 36

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

13th Century Bronze Buddha Sculpture, Lopburi Style, Antique
13th Century Bronze Buddha Sculpture, Lopburi Style, Antique

13th Century Bronze Buddha Sculpture, Lopburi Style, Antique

Located in Ukiah, CA

A superb 13th-century Thai Buddha in the transitional Lopburi style, marking the evolution from

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze. Measures: 45 cm high. 28,5 cm wide - 22,5 cm deep. With traces of original

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue Lotus Meditation Pose Buddhism
Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue Lotus Meditation Pose Buddhism

Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue Lotus Meditation Pose Buddhism

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous bronze Burmese buddha statue Buddha shown in classic meditation pose with one hand raised

Category

Vintage 1980s Statues

Materials

Bronze

Rajasthani Gilded Cast Bronze Buddha Head Art
Rajasthani Gilded Cast Bronze Buddha Head Art

Rajasthani Gilded Cast Bronze Buddha Head Art

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Gilded Cast Bronze Buddha Head by Rajasthan Art About ‎Rajasthan art Rajasthan, a state of India

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Buddha Statue
Antique Bronze Buddha Statue

Antique Bronze Buddha Statue

$599Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Bronze Buddha Statue

Located in Somis, CA

An antique Chinese bronze Buddha sculpture. Buddha is seated in dhyana asana (lotus position) upon

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20th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century
Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century

Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A gorgeous and refined Burmese crowned and adorned seated bronze Buddha, Kingdom of Arakan, Mrauk-U

Category

Antique 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva  Statue 13"
Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva  Statue 13"

Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva Statue 13"

Located in Somis, CA

A beautiful, 4.15 lb, gilt bronze Tibetan sculpture of Buddha Vajrasattva. Seated dhyana asana on

Category

20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 35,3 cm high 23,2 cm wide and 16,9 cm deep Weight: 4.939 kgs Gilded with 24

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Tibetan Protective Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze 13"
Tibetan Protective Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze 13"

Tibetan Protective Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze 13"

Located in Somis, CA

This gilt bronze sculpture of Buddha Vajrasattva stands as a testament to the sublime craftsmanship

Category

20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Buddha Head with Stand Thailand
Large Bronze Buddha Head with Stand Thailand

Large Bronze Buddha Head with Stand Thailand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A impressive bronze Buddha head fragment displayed on wood stand circa late 19th century. The

Category

Antique 19th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Very Special Bronze Pyu Buddha Statue from Burma
Very Special Bronze Pyu Buddha Statue from Burma

Very Special Bronze Pyu Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 19 cm high 12,8 cm wide and 5 cm deep Pyu style Bhumisparsha mudra

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Buddha Bookends
Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Buddha Bookends

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Buddha Bookends

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of bronze bookends featuring Buddha By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Bronze

Special Large Bronze Buddha Statue from Burma
Special Large Bronze Buddha Statue from Burma

Special Large Bronze Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 162 cm high 145 cm wide and 82 cm deep Polished bronze - after a few years

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Crowned Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Crowned Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Crowned Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 46 cm high 23 cm wide and 13,5 cm deep Weight: 7.9 kgs Shan (Tai Yai) style

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 41,4 cm high 22,8 cm wide and 12,2 cm deep Weight: 5.361 kgs Shan (Tai Yai

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Thai Rattanakosin Buddha from Thailand
Antique Bronze Thai Rattanakosin Buddha from Thailand

Antique Bronze Thai Rattanakosin Buddha from Thailand

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 72,3 cm high 16,8 cm wide and 16,5 cm deep Weight: 6.760 kgs Gilded with 24

Category

Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Old bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Old bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material : bronze 70,5 cm high 37,5 cm wide and 26 cm deep Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Early 20th

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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 39,5 cm high 28,5 cm wide and 18,6 cm deep Weight: 8.2 kgs Gilded with 24 krt

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze. Measures: 82 cm high. 60 cm wide and 40 cm deep. Gilded with 24 krt. gold

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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma
Beautiful Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Beautiful Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 53,5 cm high 40,7 cm wide and 22,1 cm deep Weight: 15.35 kgs With inlayed

Category

Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century
Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century

Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fine early Thai Lopburi figure of a crowned and adorned Buddha, cast bronze, mid-13th century

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma
Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 55 cm high 45 cm wide and 27 cm deep Weight: 15.25 kgs Mandalay style

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma
Old Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Old Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 49,5 cm high 40 cm wide and 25,6 cm deep Weight: 16.4 kgs Gilded with 24 krt

Category

Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Antique Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Antique Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze Measures: 40,9 cm high 13,8 cm wide and 9,5 cm deep Weight: 3.594 kgs Fire

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Antique Late 19th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 27 cm high 20 cm wide and 12,8 cm deep Weight: 2.704 kgs Fire gilded with 24

Category

Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Antique Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Antique Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze Measures: 41 cm high 14 cm wide and 9,7 cm deep Weight: 3.389 kgs Fire gilded

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze Measures: 43 cm high 36 cm wide and 26,5 cm deep Weight: 10.25 kgs Fire

Category

Early 20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Seated Buddha Statue from Burma
Old Bronze Seated Buddha Statue from Burma

Old Bronze Seated Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 55,5 cm high Weight: 13.55 kgs Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from, Nepal
Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from, Nepal

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from, Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze. Measures: 43, 7 cm high. 35, 5 cm wide and 25, 1 cm deep. Weight: 8.35 kgs

Category

Early 20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze Burmese Inwa Buddha from Burma
Antique Bronze Burmese Inwa Buddha from Burma

Antique Bronze Burmese Inwa Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 32 cm high 22 cm wide Weight: 4.750 kgs 15,5 cm deep Bhumisparsha mudra

Category

Antique Early 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal
Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Old Bronze Nepali Buddha Statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 29,3 cm high 22,4 cm wide and 17 cm deep Weight: 3.514 kgs Fire gilded with

Category

Mid-20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Old Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Old Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Old Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze. Measures: 62, 5 cm high. 31 cm wide and 21 cm deep. Weight: 22.95 kgs. Shan

Category

Mid-20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Indian Bronze Buddha in a Classic Form, 9885
Indian Bronze Buddha in a Classic Form, 9885

Indian Bronze Buddha in a Classic Form, 9885

Located in Ukiah, CA

Fine Indian Bronze Buddha, Classic Pala-Style Lineage, 18th/19th Century or Earlier A very

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Antique Late 18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Special Antique Bronze Shan Buddha from Burma
Special Antique Bronze Shan Buddha from Burma

Special Antique Bronze Shan Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze Measures: 39 cm high 19,7 cm wide Weight: 4.281 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Small Tibetan Seated Buddha from Bronze, c. 1850
Small Tibetan Seated Buddha from Bronze, c. 1850

Small Tibetan Seated Buddha from Bronze, c. 1850

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderful Tibetan bronze seated buddha on a lotus pedestal from the 19th century. This buddha

Category

Antique 19th Century Tibetan Other Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Cambodian 13thC Style Cast Bronze Buddha. Large, Animated
Antique Cambodian 13thC Style Cast Bronze Buddha. Large, Animated

Antique Cambodian 13thC Style Cast Bronze Buddha. Large, Animated

Located in Ukiah, CA

This evocative Cambodian bronze Buddha, sculpted in the 13th-century Angkorian style, is a work of

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Vintage Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze
Large Vintage Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze

Large Vintage Tibetan Buddha Vajrasattva Gilt Bronze

Located in Somis, CA

A large near 11 lb gilt bronze sculpture of Tibetan Vajrasattva. Seated padmasna on lotus throne

Category

20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

High Quality Nepali Bronze Buddha Statue from Nepal
High Quality Nepali Bronze Buddha Statue from Nepal

High Quality Nepali Bronze Buddha Statue from Nepal

Located in Antwerp, BE

20th century gold gilded bronze Buddha/Bodhisattva. A finely cast bronze Buddha statue in gold gilt

Category

20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Thai Chiang Saen Buddha from Bronze, c. 1950
Thai Chiang Saen Buddha from Bronze, c. 1950

Thai Chiang Saen Buddha from Bronze, c. 1950

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This bronze Chiang Saen seated Buddha from Thailand dates to the mid-20th century. The Buddha

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Other Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a

Category

Antique 17th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a

Category

Antique 17th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Special antique bronze Thai Buddha statue from Thailand
Special antique bronze Thai Buddha statue from Thailand

Special antique bronze Thai Buddha statue from Thailand

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 42,4 cm high 23,9 cm wide and 14,6 cm deep Weight: 6.982 kgs Bhumisparsha

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Special antique bronze Burmese Pyu Buddha from Burma
Special antique bronze Burmese Pyu Buddha from Burma

Special antique bronze Burmese Pyu Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 10,8 cm high 7,5 cm wide and 5 cm deep Weight: 0.563 kgs Pyu style

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

18th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a

Category

Antique 18th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age

Category

Antique 17th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

19th century Large antique bronze Shakyamuni Buddha from Nepal
19th century Large antique bronze Shakyamuni Buddha from Nepal

19th century Large antique bronze Shakyamuni Buddha from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This large antique bronze Shakyamuni Buddha statue is an impressive example of 19th-century

Category

Antique 19th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha
17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

17th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on a base. Age

Category

Antique 17th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Tibetan Buddha of Protection Udanaya 13" Gilt Bronze
Tibetan Buddha of Protection Udanaya 13" Gilt Bronze

Tibetan Buddha of Protection Udanaya 13" Gilt Bronze

Located in Somis, CA

A magnificent gilt bronze statue of Tibetan Buddha Udanaya. Poised upon a large lotus plinth, the

Category

20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Early Bronze Thai Buddha Head Mounted on Block
Early Bronze Thai Buddha Head Mounted on Block

Early Bronze Thai Buddha Head Mounted on Block

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A remarkable Buddha’s head dating from the 17th to 18th century, originating from the historic

Category

Antique 18th Century Thai Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bhutanese bronze depicting Buddha with excellent chiseling.
Antique Bhutanese bronze depicting Buddha with excellent chiseling.

Antique Bhutanese bronze depicting Buddha with excellent chiseling.

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible old bhutanese bronze depicting Buda with excellent chiseling and traces of antique gold

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Antique Late 19th Century Bhutanese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Very special bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Very special bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Very special bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 78,5 cm high 53 cm wide and 37 cm deep Weight: 40.75 kgs With light traces of 24

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Antique 17th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

19th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
19th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

19th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue is a fine example of 19th-century Amarapura-style

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma
Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Special Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 48,5 cm high 22 cm wide and 15,5 cm deep Weight: 5.632 kgs With light traces

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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Questions About Buddha And Bronze
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify your Buddha sculpture, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser knowledgeable in the subject. Identifying Buddhist religious sculptures requires expertise in both the faith and the crafting techniques of various periods in East Asian history. Find a selection of expertly vetted Buddha sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    The most commonly represented Buddha in Chinese Buddhist sculpture is Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Shakyamuni, the Enlightened One, or the Gautama Buddha. He is typically depicted seated upon a lotus throne with his hands in the Bhumisparsha mudra, the Gesture of Witness. This gesture symbolizes the moment that the Buddha claimed the earth as witness to his enlightenment and celebrates his unwavering meditative focus.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The purpose of a Buddha statue relates to worship in the Buddhist faith. It provides a point of focus and reflection for Buddhists when they engage in the meditation required to achieve enlightenment. Find a selection of Buddha statues on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a Chinese Buddha represents depends on its pose and other characteristics. For example, the Budai or laughing Buddha is generally a symbol of happiness and good fortune that comes from working to achieve enlightenment. Find a range of Buddhist art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    China is just one of the many countries that has a tradition of Buddhist sculpture. You can find Buddha statues from many other regions like India and Japan. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern Buddha statues from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The Buddha's origins are Chinese, but Buddhism has since made its way to Japan and, later, Korea.
    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
    Gautama Buddha was an Indian prince born in modern day Nepal. The first images of the Buddha were created almost simultaneously in Mathura, India, and the Greco-Buddhist kingdom of Gandhara (modern day Pakistan and Afghanistan). From there, images fo the Buddha spread out along trade routes into East and Southeast Asia.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Buddha head that isn't attached to a body is considered disrespectful because the idea of decapitating a Buddha is rooted in colonialism and war for Buddhists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Thai Buddha represents the Buddhist religion in Thailand. Sculptures depicting the figure represent the teacher who reached enlightenment and then devoted his life to helping others do the same. You'll find a range of Buddhist art from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are 28 buddhas in buddhism, with “Buddha” referring to someone who has achieved enlightenment and thus escaped the cycle of death and rebirth.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    A Buddha statue is very personal. You should choose one that speaks to you. If you are a practitioner, you can ask your teacher for assistance as well.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying an antique Buddha statue is a specialized skill, which is best learned by studying the history of the preferred materials and techniques that each region used in producing Buddha statues. The simplest way to verify the age of a Buddha statue is to have an expert evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a range of professionally authenticated Buddha statues.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020

    Most ritual figures depict the Buddha in one of three postures: seated, standing, or reclining. Differences in expression, hand gesture (mudras), and accompanying objects can reveal the figure’s place of origin as well as the particular Buddhist teaching depicted. Such Buddha figures are rendered in a variety of media depending on regional art traditions and intended use, ranging from carved stone to cast bronze to lacquered bamboo.

  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Buddha statues are not inherently lucky or unlucky, though images of the Fat Buddha (Budai or Hotei), have come to be associated with wealth, knowledge, and luck, with people often rubbing the belly or head.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between bronze and bronze resin is composition. Bronze is a metal alloy, usually made by combining copper with tin. Bronze resin is a human-made plastic-based material with a brownish-yellow color that resembles bronze metal. Explore a diverse assortment of bronze sculptures, furniture and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A bronze relief refers to a sculptural technique that sees a form added or raised up from a solid background made from the same material. Check out On 1stDibs, find a wide range of sculptures for your home.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bronze cannon is a type of heavy weapon used during the 17th century. They became popular tools for warfare because they were lighter than iron guns and therefore easier to transport by land and sea. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique cannons.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A brazier is a compact, short container for burning incense to scent a room, or charcoal for heating or light. Originating in Asia, many were crafted from bronze for durability and a beautiful gleaming look. Browse 1stDibs to find a variety of antique braziers from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronzes refer to bronze objects that were cast in China before 1500 BCE. These bronze items were most likely used as ritual pieces for worship of the user’s ancestors, whose names were often inscribed on the bronze. You’ll find a variety of Chinese bronzes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether bronze statues are valuable depends on the piece. Statues may be worth something due to their age, maker and theme or subject matter. The condition of statues, how rare works similar to it are and the current demand for pieces like it will also impact the value. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser who can evaluate the specific statue and give you an estimate of how much you could expect to receive if you sold a particular statue. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bronze statues.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, bronzes may be worth money. The maker, size, subject, age, condition, historical significance and other factors determine how much bronze sculptures may sell for. Even pieces in poor condition may have some value as bronze scrap metal. To learn about the potential value of your bronze, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate it. Shop a wide range of bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.