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18th century Antique wooden Burmese Temple panel from Burma
18th century Antique wooden Burmese Temple panel from Burma

18th century Antique wooden Burmese Temple panel from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique wooden Burmese Temple panel Material : wood 102,1 cm high 60,3 cm wide and 13,6 cm deep 18th century With terracotta Buddha amulets The Buddha amulets are dating from the 14-...

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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Hand Carved White Jade Mythical Creature on Finger Citron
Vintage Chinese Hand Carved White Jade Mythical Creature on Finger Citron

Vintage Chinese Hand Carved White Jade Mythical Creature on Finger Citron

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Chinese carving is crafted from white jade and depicts a mythical creature perched atop a finger citron, also known as Buddha’s Hand. The fruit’s elongated curling segme...

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20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Jade

A Pair of Blanc de Chine Ceramic Foo Dogs, Ca. 1840
A Pair of Blanc de Chine Ceramic Foo Dogs, Ca. 1840

A Pair of Blanc de Chine Ceramic Foo Dogs, Ca. 1840

Located in New York, NY

Traditional symbols of protection, guardians to Buddha.

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Antique 1840s Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

15th Century Thai Saenkajai Amulet in Custom 22k Gold Case, Rare, Finely Cast
15th Century Thai Saenkajai Amulet in Custom 22k Gold Case, Rare, Finely Cast

15th Century Thai Saenkajai Amulet in Custom 22k Gold Case, Rare, Finely Cast

Located in Ukiah, CA

According to provenance, it was discovered over 30 years ago in Northern Thailand within the ruins of an ancient temple site associated with the historic Payao or Chiang Saen kingdom...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone, Gold, Bronze

Carved Antiques Jade Rose Quartz 18 Karat Gold Long Necklace
Carved Antiques Jade Rose Quartz 18 Karat Gold Long Necklace

Carved Antiques Jade Rose Quartz 18 Karat Gold Long Necklace

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Long necklace total length 47cm cabochon rose quartz antiques carved jade with bat shape, little carved buddha, jade drop. Gold. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been ...

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2010s Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Quartz, 18k Gold

Loving Kindness

Loving Kindness

By Sax Berlin

Located in Brecon, Powys

The exceptionally talented Sax Berlin produces another masterpiece for Buddha collection. Sensational piece. "Buddha said….the practice of loving kindness is worth more than all th...

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2010s Surrealist Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

20th Century Tibetan Leather, Brass Ghau Prayer Bag
20th Century Tibetan Leather, Brass Ghau Prayer Bag

20th Century Tibetan Leather, Brass Ghau Prayer Bag

Located in Pomona, CA

This Ghau prayer bag (travel Buddha shrine) made from Leather and decorated in repoussé with the cintamani, or jewel of immortality, a wrathful demon, and the eight auspicious signs,...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Religious Items

Materials

Leather

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs
Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs

Pair of Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lions / Foo Dogs

Located in San Diego, CA

#4706 Singha, also known as Singh in Thai mythology, is a mythical creature revered for its significance as one of Buddha’s protectors. Resembling a lion with majestic wings, Sing...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Statue of Eleven-Faced Kannon by Matsuhisa Shūrin (1926–1992)
Large Bronze Statue of Eleven-Faced Kannon by Matsuhisa Shūrin (1926–1992)

Large Bronze Statue of Eleven-Faced Kannon by Matsuhisa Shūrin (1926–1992)

Located in Fukuoka, JP

In 1979, he was honored with the prestigious title of Daibutsushi (Master of Great Buddha Sculpture), a recognition given to the highest-ranking Buddhist sculptors in Japan.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Carved Red Coral, Diamond, and Sapphire Budhha Pendant Brooch
Carved Red Coral, Diamond, and Sapphire Budhha Pendant Brooch

Carved Red Coral, Diamond, and Sapphire Budhha Pendant Brooch

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The total weight is 79.2 grams. The Buddha head is carved to represent the Buddha’s wisdom along with the serene smile of the face symbolizing the Buddha’s peaceful and calm nature.

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2010s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tibetan Thangka of Celebration Hand Painted Gilded
Tibetan Thangka of Celebration Hand Painted Gilded

Tibetan Thangka of Celebration Hand Painted Gilded

Located in Somis, CA

Within the revered circle in four corners Buddhas radiate light, echoing the main center Buddha, symbolizing the joy of enlightenment.

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2010s Nepalese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Zodiac Jar, c. 1350
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Zodiac Jar, c. 1350

Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Zodiac Jar, c. 1350

Located in Chicago, IL

With origins in ancient Chinese cosmology, the twelve animals of the zodiac are believed to have journeyed to pay their last respects to the historic Buddha before he passed into fin...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Primitive Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

CARTIER Paris Baiser Du Dragon Band Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Rubies
CARTIER Paris Baiser Du Dragon Band Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Rubies

CARTIER Paris Baiser Du Dragon Band Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Rubies

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Ever since then, Chinese figures, animals, demigods and Buddha have been recurring themes in Cartier’s creations and the company frequently uses mother of pearl, jade and coral, inco...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Paravent - A two-fold screen with the Uji Bridge - Rimpa school, 17th Century
Paravent - A two-fold screen with the Uji Bridge - Rimpa school, 17th Century

Paravent - A two-fold screen with the Uji Bridge - Rimpa school, 17th Century

Located in Brussels, BE

The temple and its grounds are a replica of Amida Buddha’s Western Paradise, a three-dimensional construction based on the Kanmuryōjukyō (Contemplation Sutra).

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Other Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period
Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

Large Pair Japanese Satsuma Ceramic Vases Kozan Meiji Period

By Kozan Zo

Located in Atlanta, GA

Known as Luohans in Chinese, they are enlightened disciples of the historical Buddha who attained Nirvana through study and meditation.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Nam June Paik -Plate Six from Novecento, Mixed media with chalk pastel, Signed/N
Nam June Paik -Plate Six from Novecento, Mixed media with chalk pastel, Signed/N

Nam June Paik -Plate Six from Novecento, Mixed media with chalk pastel, Signed/N

By Nam June Paik

Located in New York, NY

Paik's TV Bra for Living Sculpture (1969), which Moorman wore in performances, featured two television tubes inside Plexiglas cases taped to her breasts. 9/23/69 Experiment with Davi...

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1990s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Chalk, Oil Pastel, Graphite, Offset

Antique Ming Tianqi Chinese Porcelain Kosometsuke Plate Luohan and Marked Base
Antique Ming Tianqi Chinese Porcelain Kosometsuke Plate Luohan and Marked Base

Antique Ming Tianqi Chinese Porcelain Kosometsuke Plate Luohan and Marked Base

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The central image shows a Buddhist or Daoist sage (likely a luohan—an enlightened disciple of Buddha) sitting on a cloud. This luohan figure represents wisdom and spiritual power in ...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900
Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

These intricate designs surround a central glass panel displaying a petite polychromed figure of a seated Buddha in meditation. Additional Dimensions: Shrine: 4.5"W x 1.75"D x 4"H ...

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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Copper

Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lion / Foo Dog
Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lion / Foo Dog

Vintage Patinated Bronze Thai "Singha" Guardian Lion / Foo Dog

Located in San Diego, CA

#4530 Singha, also known as Singh in Thai mythology, is a mythical creature revered for its significance as one of Buddha’s protectors. Resembling a lion with majestic wings, Singha...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Thousand-Arm Bodhisattva Sculpture, Copper Repousse, 19th/20thCentury
Thousand-Arm Bodhisattva Sculpture, Copper Repousse, 19th/20thCentury

Thousand-Arm Bodhisattva Sculpture, Copper Repousse, 19th/20thCentury

Located in Ukiah, CA

19th/20th Century Thousand-Arm Bodhisattva (Buddha of Compassion).Created in multiple sections and executed primarily in copper repousse, this is the finest example of its type I hav...

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Early 20th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner by Taniguchi
Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner by Taniguchi

Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner by Taniguchi

By Taniguchi Komin

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Each leg has the head of an elephant. On the top lid a Buddha figure of a joyful child seating down. Original paper stamp from the maker underneath the lid.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Thai Buddhist Gilt Bronze Figure of Phra Sangkachai
Antique Thai Buddhist Gilt Bronze Figure of Phra Sangkachai

Antique Thai Buddhist Gilt Bronze Figure of Phra Sangkachai

Located in Point Richmond, CA

He is sometimes confused with the Chinese Laughing Buddha, or Budai, who is an incarnation of the future Buddha Maitreya.

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Antique Late 19th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Still Life of Flowers and Fruit
Still Life of Flowers and Fruit

Still Life of Flowers and Fruit

Located in New York, NY

Herter had an extraordinary early career, at age 19 receiving an honorable mention at the Paris Salon (1890, La Femme de Buddha), and winning prizes from the Pennsylvania Academy of ...

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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nathalie Jean 3.05ct Diamond 18kt Gold Suite Birmane Transformable Necklace
Nathalie Jean 3.05ct Diamond 18kt Gold Suite Birmane Transformable Necklace

Nathalie Jean 3.05ct Diamond 18kt Gold Suite Birmane Transformable Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

Burmese to English translation: « The dream of Maha-Maya when she conceived the future Buddha ».

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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Antique Terracotta Quan Yin Sculpture, Chinoiserie, Thailand, 1950
Antique Terracotta Quan Yin Sculpture, Chinoiserie, Thailand, 1950

Antique Terracotta Quan Yin Sculpture, Chinoiserie, Thailand, 1950

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Antique impressive 50” high terracotta sculpture of Quan Yin , Buddha of Compassion. Stands tall and. Slender, figure of infinite grace, her gently composed features conveying the su...

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Vintage 1950s Thai Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Mid-20th Century Tibetan Ritual Conch Shell Trumpet
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Ritual Conch Shell Trumpet

Mid-20th Century Tibetan Ritual Conch Shell Trumpet

Located in Pomona, CA

The conch shell is one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols (Ashtamangala) in Buddhism, representing the deep, melodious, and pervasive sound of the Dharma (Buddha's teachings) that awake...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880
Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

Meiji Satsuma Earthenware Urn or Vase with Foo Dog Sculpture, Japan circa 1880

By Satsuma

Located in Atlanta, GA

Note: Mahayana Buddhism regarded a group of eighteen Arhats (with different names and personalities) as awaiting the return of the Buddha as Maitreya. Other groupings of six, eight, ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Earthenware

Unframed Hand Painted Green Tara Thangka on Canvas 24K Gold
Unframed Hand Painted Green Tara Thangka on Canvas 24K Gold

Unframed Hand Painted Green Tara Thangka on Canvas 24K Gold

Located in TRUMBULL, CT

As a fully enlightened female buddha, Tara is the actuality of compassion and wisdom, and meditating on her helps us awaken our own buddha nature.

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1990s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

Sacred Family
Sacred Family

Sacred Family

By AreiRa

Located in Zofingen, AG

Thousands of its reliefs narrate the life of the Buddha, accompanied by depictions of plants and animals that emphasize the interconnectedness of all living beings.

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2010s Aesthetic Movement Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Antique Processional Cross - Bronze Brass Large Altar Crucifix Tall Church Shaft
Antique Processional Cross - Bronze Brass Large Altar Crucifix Tall Church Shaft

Antique Processional Cross - Bronze Brass Large Altar Crucifix Tall Church Shaft

Located in Forney, TX

From important Catholic relics, alter table and candlestick pricket floor lamp, old liturgical chalice liturgy items, cathedral architectural salvage, monastery, temple & mosque frag...

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Early 20th Century Religious Items

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Nathalie Jean 1.75ct Diamond Ruby 18kt Gold Transformable Suite Birmane Necklace
Nathalie Jean 1.75ct Diamond Ruby 18kt Gold Transformable Suite Birmane Necklace

Nathalie Jean 1.75ct Diamond Ruby 18kt Gold Transformable Suite Birmane Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

Burmese to English translation: « Birth of the future Buddha in the Lumbini grove ».

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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Hand Carved Wood Sculpture Of Man Praying / Weeping
1960s Hand Carved Wood Sculpture Of Man Praying / Weeping

1960s Hand Carved Wood Sculpture Of Man Praying / Weeping

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1960s Large Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of Man Praying / Weeping Buddha Abstract Yoga Wrestler There is a story about two warriors associated with the weeping Buddha.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Teak

Antique Japanese Buddhist pagoda hanging scroll /Buddhist painting/Edo
Antique Japanese Buddhist pagoda hanging scroll /Buddhist painting/Edo

Antique Japanese Buddhist pagoda hanging scroll /Buddhist painting/Edo

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Its meaning can be interpreted as “I take refuge in Amida Buddha” or “I entrust everything to Amida Buddha,” and it is believed that by reciting this phrase, one can be reborn in the...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings

Materials

Paper

Natural White Jade Milefo Carving with Two Fairies, Bats And Coins
Natural White Jade Milefo Carving with Two Fairies, Bats And Coins

Natural White Jade Milefo Carving with Two Fairies, Bats And Coins

Located in Pasadena, CA

This exquisite natural white jade carving portrays two youthful fairies in playful interaction with Milefo, the Laughing Buddha. One fairy holds a Ganoderma Lucidum (Lingzhi), a reve...

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Vintage 1950s Chinese Artist Figurines and Sculptures

Seated Bronze Bouddha in Bhumisparsa mùdra, Mandalay, Burma, 19th c.
Seated Bronze Bouddha in Bhumisparsa mùdra, Mandalay, Burma, 19th c.

Seated Bronze Bouddha in Bhumisparsa mùdra, Mandalay, Burma, 19th c.

Located in PARIS, FR

Buddha sitting in Bhumisparsa mùdra (or earth witness mudra ) Buddha calls the goddess of the earth to testify that he has definitively overcome the fears and temptations sent by Mar...

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Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Grade A Lavender Jade Finger Citron Monkey and Grasshopper Carving
Vintage Grade A Lavender Jade Finger Citron Monkey and Grasshopper Carving

Vintage Grade A Lavender Jade Finger Citron Monkey and Grasshopper Carving

Located in New York, NY

A masterful symbol of abundance and longevity, this antique jade carving features a detailed finger citron—also known as Buddha’s Hand—adorned with a playful monkey and a delicate gr...

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20th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Jade

Japanese Deities Amida and Xaca Ceremony – Ferrario Print, Hand-Colored c.1815
Japanese Deities Amida and Xaca Ceremony – Ferrario Print, Hand-Colored c.1815

Japanese Deities Amida and Xaca Ceremony – Ferrario Print, Hand-Colored c.1815

Located in Langweer, NL

To the right, Xaca—an interpretation of Shaka or Gautama Buddha—is shown seated in calm authority, surrounded by incense burners and ritual objects as devotees approach with gifts an...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)
Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)

Antique Southeast Asian Temple Strut Architectural Ornament Elephant Carving (2)

Located in Forney, TX

According to Buddhist legends, the mother of the historical Buddha only became pregnant with him after seeing a white elephant in a dream; Buddha is also said to have been saved late...

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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Japanese antique objet / wood  wabi-sabi object
Japanese antique objet / wood  wabi-sabi object

Japanese antique objet / wood wabi-sabi object

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an ornament whose root part of the tree changes over time and looks like a Buddha statue. The surface of the wood has many holes and the shadows are very mysterious, and the...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Offering Jar, c. 1350
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Offering Jar, c. 1350

Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Offering Jar, c. 1350

Located in Chicago, IL

Cloaked in a dark green glaze with a glassy finish, the round jar is decorated in low relief with palm fronds and round medallions that likely depict the vajra, a symbol of thunder, ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Minimalist Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

Nathalie Jean 2.32ct Diamond Ruby 18kt Gold Transformable Suite Birmane Necklace
Nathalie Jean 2.32ct Diamond Ruby 18kt Gold Transformable Suite Birmane Necklace

Nathalie Jean 2.32ct Diamond Ruby 18kt Gold Transformable Suite Birmane Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

Burmese to English translation: « Mara persuading the future Buddha to turn back on the point of his departure from the city ».

Category

Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair 19th Century French Chinoiserie Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Pair 19th Century French Chinoiserie Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Pair 19th Century French Chinoiserie Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Located in New York, NY

Pair of antique (late 19th century) French gilt bronze candelabra in the Chinoiserie style, featuring polychrome porcelain figures of seated Buddha and six candle arms. Possibly fro...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

Tibetan Traveling Prayer Shrine Gau
Tibetan Traveling Prayer Shrine Gau

Tibetan Traveling Prayer Shrine Gau

$1,296Sale Price|28% Off

Tibetan Traveling Prayer Shrine Gau

Located in Redding, CT

A large antique Tibetan Buddha shrine or prayer box (also known as Gau) which would encases a Buddha figure.

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Antique Early 1900s Anglo-Indian Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Golden, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Golden, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

Golden, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

By Robert Musser

Located in Yardley, PA

Rich primary colors combine to make and abstract Buddha. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Han...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Antique Burmese Gilt Lacquer Sadaik Manuscript Chest on an Associated Stand
Antique Burmese Gilt Lacquer Sadaik Manuscript Chest on an Associated Stand

Antique Burmese Gilt Lacquer Sadaik Manuscript Chest on an Associated Stand

Located in Point Richmond, CA

The high relief thayo lacquer depicts narrative scenes from the Jataka tales, stories of the previous lives of the Buddha. Each tableau bordered by a tendril vine frame has reserve c...

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Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Anglo Raj Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Edo Period Kyogen Mask o a Guardian, ca. 1750
Japanese Edo Period Kyogen Mask o a Guardian, ca. 1750

Japanese Edo Period Kyogen Mask o a Guardian, ca. 1750

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Edo Period Kyogen Mask o a Guardian, ca. 1750 DIMENSIONS: Height: 8.5 inches Width: 7 inches Depth: 4.5...

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Antique 1750s Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Rare 19th Century Antique Bronze Bell - Unique Family Heirloom
Japanese Rare 19th Century Antique Bronze Bell - Unique Family Heirloom

Japanese Rare 19th Century Antique Bronze Bell - Unique Family Heirloom

Located in South Burlington, VT

This bell' sound and voice of Buddha undoubtedly used to deliver wishes to the temples patrons and followers.  

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Antique Rare Finely Molded Terracotta Luohan Head China Qing Dynasty
Antique Rare Finely Molded Terracotta Luohan Head China Qing Dynasty

Antique Rare Finely Molded Terracotta Luohan Head China Qing Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Luohans (also known as Arhats) are followers and disciples of Buddha who achieved the enlightenment in their lifetimes.

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta, Wood

Tanzaniane Torchon Necklace 18 Karat Gold Ebony Antiques Netsuke
Tanzaniane Torchon Necklace 18 Karat Gold Ebony Antiques Netsuke

Tanzaniane Torchon Necklace 18 Karat Gold Ebony Antiques Netsuke

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Necklace with 35 string of blu faced tanzanite torchon necklace, 18k gold gr 18,80, 2 antiques Japanese netsuke representing different status of buddha. Each netsuke was signed fro...

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2010s Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinets with Original Decoration
Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinets with Original Decoration

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinets with Original Decoration

Located in Kastrup, DK

The lower panels show a young Buddha surrounded by dragons, regarded in Chinese tradition as protective and benevolent beings, encircled by flowers and foliage.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Tranquil Chinese Stone Bodhisattva Head
Tranquil Chinese Stone Bodhisattva Head

Tranquil Chinese Stone Bodhisattva Head

Located in Chicago, IL

Exuding an energy of calm and tranquility, this larger-than-life stone bust depicts a Buddhist bodhisattva in serene meditation. A disciple of the Buddha, a bodhisattva is a compassi...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Tranquil Chinese Stone Bodhisattva Head
Tranquil Chinese Stone Bodhisattva Head

Tranquil Chinese Stone Bodhisattva Head

Located in Chicago, IL

Exuding an energy of calm and tranquility, this larger-than-life stone bust depicts a Buddhist bodhisattva in serene meditation. A disciple of the Buddha, a bodhisattva is a compassi...

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Statues

Materials

Limestone

Organic Hand Gesture Painting With Citrus Form and Digital Symbolism
Organic Hand Gesture Painting With Citrus Form and Digital Symbolism

Organic Hand Gesture Painting With Citrus Form and Digital Symbolism

By Natasha Lelenco

Located in FISTERRA, ES

At the center of the composition appears an organic hand-like form inspired by Buddha’s hand citrus. Neither fully human nor purely vegetal, the shape operates as a hybrid sign: a na...

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Board

Early Chinese Stone Budha Hand Fragment
Early Chinese Stone Budha Hand Fragment

Early Chinese Stone Budha Hand Fragment

Located in Bradenton, FL

A stone sculpture of a Buddha hand in a traditional gesture known as Verada Mudra, meaning Compassion / Sincerity.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Chinese Religious Figures and Temple Statues – Ferrario Costume Series, 1815
Chinese Religious Figures and Temple Statues – Ferrario Costume Series, 1815

Chinese Religious Figures and Temple Statues – Ferrario Costume Series, 1815

Located in Langweer, NL

The central figure resembles a laughing Buddha or folkloric deity, while the flanking figures incorporate symbolic attributes including regal costume elements, animal associations, a...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Prints

Materials

Paper

White Gold Cabochon Moonstone Contemporary Drop Earrings with Diamonds
White Gold Cabochon Moonstone Contemporary Drop Earrings with Diamonds

White Gold Cabochon Moonstone Contemporary Drop Earrings with Diamonds

By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery

Located in Berlin, DE

Figs symbolise generosity, peace and enlightenment, they refer to Buddha. The piece can be custom made in white or rose gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Carved Coral with Diamond Goddess of Mercy Brooch Set in 18K White Gold Settings
Carved Coral with Diamond Goddess of Mercy Brooch Set in 18K White Gold Settings

Carved Coral with Diamond Goddess of Mercy Brooch Set in 18K White Gold Settings

Located in Bangkok, TH

A Coral carving of a buddha: 80.75 carats with Diamond 2.46 carats, Diamond 0.31 carat Brooch Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width:2.4 cm Length: 6.0 cm Weight: 26.71 grams ...

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2010s Thai Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

The Masterpiece: Dharma

The Masterpiece: Dharma

By Arlette Stella

Located in Palm Desert, CA

The Sakyamuni (Historical) Buddha is credited with developing the teaching known as The Dharma.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

Asian Gilt Bronze Teppanom Kneeling Thai Sacred Angels
Asian Gilt Bronze Teppanom Kneeling Thai Sacred Angels

Asian Gilt Bronze Teppanom Kneeling Thai Sacred Angels

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

They first came to earth when Buddha reached enlightenment and became Buddha''s protector, then guardian of religious temples, and are seen as protectors of the house and land of the...

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Lotus Jar, c. 1350
Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Lotus Jar, c. 1350

Chinese Yuan Green Glazed Lotus Jar, c. 1350

Located in Chicago, IL

A ritual tool of the Buddhism, the vajra is a symbol of thunder, compassion, strength and the indestructible nature of the Buddha's teachings. A gorgeous, glassy green glaze cloaks t...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Minimalist Ceramics

Materials

Terracotta

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Buddhas For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of buddhas for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and bronze, all buddhas available were constructed with great care. We have 1511 antique and vintage buddhas in-stock, while there are 26 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of buddhas available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Folk Art and Hollywood Regency buddhas are consistently popular styles. Buddhas have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Aldo Londi, Bitossi and James Mont are consistently popular.

How Much are Buddhas?

Buddhas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,896, while the lowest priced sells for $14 and the highest can go for as much as $450,000.

Questions About Buddhas

  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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.