Buddhist Antique

During the turbulent transition from the Muromachi period to the early Edo period, smaller, personal Buddhist images like this were commissioned by wealthy patrons or devout samurais...

A nice set of boxes used to keep betel nuts and a lime container based on a Buddhist stupa: Betel chewing a mild stimulant akin to coffee and is practiced throughout India and South...

The lid with an applied foo dog/Buddhist lion finial, and the applied split handle with flower devices where it meets the body Simply a wonderful example of Chinese porcelain!

I’ve always liked Mongolian Buddhist art for its combination of directness and spirituality.

The elongated body, simplified facial features, and understated modelling lend the figure a quiet dignity and contemporary sensibility, while preserving its connection to traditional...

The lamp belongs to the traditional Sukunda type, used in Hindu and Buddhist rituals across Nepal. Such lamps were typically filled with oil and lit during ceremonies, symbolizing th...

The Maitreya Buddha is depicted in the Dharmachakra mudra, symbolizing the turning of the Wheel of Dharma and the teaching of Buddhist law. Weighing 10.4 kg, this authentic sculpture...

This antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue is a fine example of 19th-century Amarapura-style Buddhist art, originating from Burma (Myanmar). Expertly cast in solid bronze, the sculptu...

This special antique Burmese lacquerware Buddha statue is an exceptional example of 18th-century Shan (Tai Yai) style Buddhist art, originating from Burma (Myanmar). Crafted in tradi...

An attractive acquisition for collectors of Burmese Buddhist art, architectural fragments, and Southeast Asian antiquities, this rare temple panel embodies the timeless beauty and sp...

Burma has a rich artistic heritage, deeply influenced by its Buddhist traditions. The limestone used in this statue reflects the region's natural resources and the skilled artisans w...

Crafted over a century ago, a Buddhist follower may have purchased this intricate gau while on religious pilgrimage to a temple or holy site.

It is well suited for collectors of U-Thong material, early Thai Buddhist sculpture, or rare regional styles that prioritize expression over scale.

The lid with an applied foo dog/Buddhist lion finial, and the applied handle with flower devices where it meets the body Simply a wonderful example of Chinese porcelain!

As it grows on dead wood, some claim it retains the memory of trees. Buddhist monks consume it to clear the mind, while in traditional Chinese medicine it is classified among the “Qi...

This antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a refined and authentic example of 18th-century Buddhist art from Burma (Myanmar). Hand-carved from solid wood and richly gilded with 24-...

Japanese Okimono Okimono is a Japanese term meaning “ornament for display; objet d’art; decorative object”, typically displayed in a tokonoma “alcove” or butsudan “Buddhist altar”.Th...

The modeling shows strong Vajrayana Buddhist influence, visible in the hand gestures (mudras), jewelry detailing, and stylized throne base.

Bonshô are integral to Japanese Buddhist temples, used for calling monks to prayer and marking time.

Still, this did not deter him, as he receded to Buddhist monkhood in 1856 to complete his brilliant and lasting One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (1856–58).

Burmese Kammavaca manuscript with two lacquer cover pieces and inscribed leaves for Buddhist ordination texts, circa 1880. Long rectangular panels elaborately decorated in shwe za...

Crafted over a century ago, a Buddhist follower may have purchased this intricate gau while on religious pilgrimage to a temple or holy site.

What makes this piece truly special is its remarkably preserved iconography; the central medallions feature vibrant floral motifs symbolizing purity, framed by intricate borders of "...

A museum-worthy sculpture that merits serious scholarly study, and an extremely rare large-scale survivor from early Korean Buddhist tradition.

A rare and highly collectible work, perfect for connoisseurs of antique Nepali bronze Buddhas, gilded Buddhist sculpture, and authentic Asian sacred art.

In Japan, since at least the Heian period (794–1185), the Kesa has been worn by Buddhist priests as their outermost robe, draped over the left shoulder and attached under the right a...

However, what makes this sculpture special is this style suggests a rare and unusual Japanese stone deity rather than a standard Buddhist stone figure. An attractive and unusual wo...

Rare in material, scale, and quality, this is a sophisticated and highly desirable work for collectors of Sri Lankan Buddhist art, silver devotional sculpture, or museum-quality Asia...

This exceptionally rare pair of early Burmese bronze Buddhas, dating to approximately the 9th–11th century, represents a remarkable survival from the formative period of Buddhist scu...

This exceptionally early and rare Korean bronze Buddha represents a significant survival from the formative period of Korean Buddhist sculpture, almost certainly dating to the 10th c...

This rare Javanese solid silver Bodhisattva, dating to the 9th–10th century, is a refined and highly collectible example of early Indonesian Buddhist sculpture from the classical Cen...

Dating to the 19th century, this offering vessel represents an authentic example of traditional Burmese lacquerware and would make an excellent addition to a collection of Southeast ...

Mahakala is among the most revered protector deities in Himalayan Buddhist tradition. A wrathful manifestation associated with compassion and spiritual guardianship, he embodies the ...

Impressive carved stone head depicting a Buddhist deity, attributed to Guanyin, the Chinese form of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion.

Antique Chinese Agate Sleeve Snuff Bottle, exceptionally carved with great precision, a flat spade shape, narrow concave base, flared neck, concave mouth rim, narrow mouth, all of an...

Myanmar is associated with the production of fine, highly-intricate wood carvings, which were often inspired by Buddhism, or pre-Buddhist Animist beliefs. The hardwood table feat...

Unlike most citrus fruits, the fruit contains little or no pulp and is instead prized for its aromatic peel, which has traditionally been used in perfumes, confectionery, candied fru...

This tradition traces back to Chinese Chan Buddhist monk-painters, who found enlightenment, impermanence, and the preciousness of everyday life in humble vegetables and fruits, rathe...

A truly unique piece, this antique Kammavaca manuscript is a treasured addition for collectors of Buddhist and Southeast Asian heritage. Antique Burmese Manuscript - Kammavaca book ...

Early 19th Century Burmese worn lacquer offering bowl used in Buddhist rituals for offerings in temples. This fine example has a lovely shaped including a footed base and worn lacqu...

This exceptionally early and rare Korean bronze Buddha represents a significant survival from the formative period of Korean Buddhist sculpture, almost certainly dating to the 10th c...

Offered on a discreet museum-style base, this is an intellectually engaging and visually appealing sculpture, ideal for collectors of early Buddhist art, Gandharan material, or Himal...

A beautifully executed and evocative example of classical Buddhist sculpture.

This early solid-cast Korean bronze Buddha is a refined and quietly powerful example of East Asian Buddhist sculpture, distinguished by its elegant proportions, assured modeling, and...

Early Chinese cast-iron Buddhist sculptures with intact mandorlas are rare; matched examples are extraordinarily so.

Most experts agree that this breed began in China and migrated to Japan with Buddhist Monks.

Hand-painted on textile and bordered with fine silk brocade, this Thangka reflects centuries-old Himalayan Buddhist iconography, likely originating from a monastery or private altar ...

This exceptionally rare pair of early Burmese bronze Buddhas, dating to approximately the 9th–11th century, represents a remarkable survival from the formative period of Buddhist scu...

In Japan, since at least the Heian period (794–1185), the Kesa has been worn by Buddhist priests as their outermost robe, draped over the left shoulder and attached under the right a...

Carved from solid wood and measuring 61.7 cm high, 47.6 cm wide, and 10.5 cm deep, the statue showcases the refined artistry and spiritual elegance characteristic of Burmese Buddhist...

Offering an extensive collection of unique religious objects spanning many centuries, regions, cultures and religions, from authentic holy relics, early Christian artifacts, monstran...

Hand-knotted from high-quality wool, the composition is rich with traditional Buddhist and Taoist symbolism: A dynamic golden dragon chases the "Flaming Pearl of Wisdom," representin...

This large antique Nepalese Green Tara bronze statue is an exceptional masterpiece of Himalayan Buddhist art, originating from Nepal and dating to the late 19th / early 20th century.

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A rare and visually compelling Korean bronze, distinguished by scale, craftsmanship, and spiritual resonance, this Baby Buddha is well suited for advanced private collectors or insti...

In nearly four decades of collecting and handling Himalayan and Buddhist art, this is unquestionably one of the most compelling and memorable works encountered.

A powerful and evocative large size 11-13th century Cambodian bronze Buddha, originating from the Angkor period or slightly after- a time widely regarded as the pinnacle of Khmer sac...

A strong possibility it is recent, as it has so little wear, but if so, sculpted cast, and finished by a remarkably talented and skilled artisan who put tremendous time and effort in...

The Eight Buddhist Treasures: The upper register is adorned with floating emblems like the Endless Knot and the Conch Shell, signifying spiritual victory and luck.

This exceptionally rare early Burmese crowned Buddha, executed in bronze and attributed to the Arakan (Rakhine) tradition, represents one of the most distinctive and least encountere...