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Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Tripod Censor/Incense Burner
Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Tripod Censor/Incense Burner

Early 20th Century Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Tripod Censor/Incense Burner

Located in Pomona, CA

two elephant trunks as the handles, detailed cloisonne enamel works of Peony, Magpie and Buddhist

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Buddhist Antique

Materials

Copper

Nepalese Filigree and Stone and Glass Inlay Votive Plaque, circa 1900
Nepalese Filigree and Stone and Glass Inlay Votive Plaque, circa 1900

Nepalese Filigree and Stone and Glass Inlay Votive Plaque, circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

they are Buddhist, rather than Hindu in nature. Based on the colors of the bodies, it is most likely

Category

Early 1900s Nepalese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone, Coral, Copper

19th Century Shiwan Elephant Sculpture
19th Century Shiwan Elephant Sculpture

19th Century Shiwan Elephant Sculpture

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

unique blend of folk expression, technical mastery, and Buddhist influence. The body is formed in a rich

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19th Century Chinese Other Buddhist Antique

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell With Pleasing Sound, Signed, 25"
Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell With Pleasing Sound, Signed, 25"

Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell With Pleasing Sound, Signed, 25"

Located in South Burlington, VT

and for calling Buddhists to worship. In China, similar bells were employed in ensembles, where they

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japan Antique Large Blue Bronze Bell With Pleasing Sound 20"
Japan Antique Large Blue Bronze Bell With Pleasing Sound 20"

Japan Antique Large Blue Bronze Bell With Pleasing Sound 20"

Located in South Burlington, VT

signaling during the prayer and for calling Buddhists to worship. In China, similar bells were employed in

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke
Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke

Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonné with Blue Birds signed Gonda Hirosuke

Located in Long Island City, NY

Buddhist texts. Although these treasures may vary, they generally included at least some of the following

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Buddhist Antique

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinets with Birds in Flight, c. 1850
Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinets with Birds in Flight, c. 1850

Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinets with Birds in Flight, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

, lined with paper depicting auspicious Buddhist symbols. The red lacquer finish has remained incredibly

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Elm

Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray  Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke
Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray  Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke

Japanese Wireless Cloisonné Serving Tray Meiji After Namikawa Sosuke

Located in Long Island City, NY

reflects Zen Buddhist aesthetics.[1] His prominent work captured images of landscapes, portraits, and birds

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large Antique Indian Carved Marble Lintel
Large Antique Indian Carved Marble Lintel

Large Antique Indian Carved Marble Lintel

Located in London, GB

, depth 22cm Finely carved in white marble, this sculpture is a wonderful example of Indian Buddhist

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18th Century Indian Buddhist Antique

Materials

Marble

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue
18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

Located in Kastrup, DK

century. The tradition about Nagas is common in all the Buddhist countries in Asia. The story origins in

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Mid-18th Century Burmese Other Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Bronze Figure of Shakyamuni Buddha Earlier 20th Century or Older
Chinese Bronze Figure of Shakyamuni Buddha Earlier 20th Century or Older

Chinese Bronze Figure of Shakyamuni Buddha Earlier 20th Century or Older

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

any collection of Buddhist art or as a centerpiece for a serene space. Ready to place and enjoy, it

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Precious "Shikoku" Blue Stone Water Basin Tsukubai Finest Quality
Japanese Precious "Shikoku" Blue Stone Water Basin Tsukubai Finest Quality

Japanese Precious "Shikoku" Blue Stone Water Basin Tsukubai Finest Quality

Located in South Burlington, VT

Buddhist “purification” and are usually strategically placed in gardens or as an indoor entry tokanoma

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

Japanese Massive Antique Red Kurama Spirit Stone Lantern
Japanese Massive Antique Red Kurama Spirit Stone Lantern

Japanese Massive Antique Red Kurama Spirit Stone Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or candle. Later

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Early 20th Century Japanese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone, Granite

19th Century Thai Naga Temple Finial on Stand
19th Century Thai Naga Temple Finial on Stand

19th Century Thai Naga Temple Finial on Stand

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

natural calamities, these revered sculptures are steeped in Buddhist tradition. This striking naga is an

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1880s Thai Buddhist Antique

Materials

Teak

19th Century Tibetan Oil Lamp
19th Century Tibetan Oil Lamp

19th Century Tibetan Oil Lamp

Located in Norton, MA

Tibet. The nozzle and handle feature Buddhist figures. Dimensions are 9.5 inches tall X 11.5" wood stand

Category

19th Century Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Negoro Style Lacquered Worship Stand, 17th-18th Century
Japanese Negoro Style Lacquered Worship Stand, 17th-18th Century

Japanese Negoro Style Lacquered Worship Stand, 17th-18th Century

Located in Fukuoka, JP

highlight its historical significance and aesthetic appeal. It was traditionally used in Buddhist temples

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Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Off-White and Blue Symbol Patterned Porcelain Urn
Chinese Off-White and Blue Symbol Patterned Porcelain Urn

Chinese Off-White and Blue Symbol Patterned Porcelain Urn

Located in Queens, NY

featuring Buddhist symbols and other shapes with accented blue scrolled handles.  

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Buddhist Antique

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Precious Burl Wood Display Stand Fine Quality
Japanese Precious Burl Wood Display Stand Fine Quality

Japanese Precious Burl Wood Display Stand Fine Quality

Located in South Burlington, VT

. They symbolize Buddhist “purification” and are usually strategically placed in gardens or as an indoor

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Burl

Antique Lacquer Red Tibetan Khaden Meditation Rug
Antique Lacquer Red Tibetan Khaden Meditation Rug

Antique Lacquer Red Tibetan Khaden Meditation Rug

Located in Milan, IT

interiors of Tibetan Buddhist monasteries. Very finely knotted with extremely soft and glossy Tibetan

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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wool

Japanese Antiques Hell paintings, pair of hanging scrolls Kakejiku
Japanese Antiques Hell paintings, pair of hanging scrolls Kakejiku

Japanese Antiques Hell paintings, pair of hanging scrolls Kakejiku

Located in Niiza, JP

L72cm W20cm H20cm Hell paintings have been drawn as Buddhist paintings since ancient times. Since

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19th Century Japanese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Paint

Antique Carved Dark Brown Lacquered Burmese Monastic Attendants - Set of 2
Antique Carved Dark Brown Lacquered Burmese Monastic Attendants - Set of 2

Antique Carved Dark Brown Lacquered Burmese Monastic Attendants - Set of 2

Located in Chicago, IL

. Originally made to flank a Buddhist altar, they could now flank a doorway in your home or commercial space

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Late 19th Century Burmese Rustic Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Tibetan Gilt Bronze figure of the Manjushri Bodhisattva
19th Century Tibetan Gilt Bronze figure of the Manjushri Bodhisattva

19th Century Tibetan Gilt Bronze figure of the Manjushri Bodhisattva

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Tibetan gilt bronze sculpture depicting the Manjushri Bodhisattva, the embodiment of Wisdom in Buddhist

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19th Century Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Gandharan Stucco Head of a Bodhisattva, Region of Hadda, 3rd-5th Century
Gandharan Stucco Head of a Bodhisattva, Region of Hadda, 3rd-5th Century

Gandharan Stucco Head of a Bodhisattva, Region of Hadda, 3rd-5th Century

Located in Austin, TX

custom black metal stand. Hadda was an important center of Buddhist learning in the early history of

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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Hellenistic Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stucco

19th Century Indian sofa
19th Century Indian sofa

19th Century Indian sofa

Located in Delft, NL

have beautiful scenes of Buddhist Gods, animals and floral decor. On top of the chairs figures of Sadhu

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Late 19th Century Indian Buddhist Antique

Materials

Coconut

Chinese White and Navy Blue Symbol Patterned Porcelain Urn
Chinese White and Navy Blue Symbol Patterned Porcelain Urn

Chinese White and Navy Blue Symbol Patterned Porcelain Urn

Located in Queens, NY

pattern featuring Buddhist symbols and other shapes with accented blue scrolled handles. Light wear."

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Buddhist Antique

Materials

Porcelain

Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern
Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern

Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

earliest stone lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

Ningxia Rug Golden Yellow
Ningxia Rug Golden Yellow

Ningxia Rug Golden Yellow

Located in Ferrara, IT

intricately designed carpets, often with a distinct aesthetic that reflects both Buddhist symbolism and

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19th Century Chinese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wool

Large Japanese Bronze Vase Jardinière, Meiji Period
Large Japanese Bronze Vase Jardinière, Meiji Period

Large Japanese Bronze Vase Jardinière, Meiji Period

Located in Brighton, Sussex

cord and cast in relief with scattered cash, scrolls, musical instruments and Buddhist Treasures, the

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19th Century Japanese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japanese  Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lantern Beautiful Details 33 Inches
Japanese  Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lantern Beautiful Details 33 Inches

Japanese Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lantern Beautiful Details 33 Inches

Located in South Burlington, VT

as an offering to Buddha. Some of the earliest stone lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

Edo-Meiji Phoenix Birds Screen
Edo-Meiji Phoenix Birds Screen

Edo-Meiji Phoenix Birds Screen

Located in Fukuoka, JP

found in Buddhist temples and temple tea rooms. Crafted from top-notch silk, the screen remains in good

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19th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Silk, Paper

Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Plate, Kangxi Period, 1680
Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Plate, Kangxi Period, 1680

Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Plate, Kangxi Period, 1680

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

cavetto has the 8 Buddhist symbols or emblems among a band of scrolling lotus. The level of detail is

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Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Porcelain

Tall Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Dignitary Tomb Figures
Tall Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Dignitary Tomb Figures

Tall Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Dignitary Tomb Figures

Located in Dallas, TX

Buddhist Lotus stands; these artistic and cultural figurative sculptures will make a wonderful addition to

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16th Century Chinese Ming Buddhist Antique

Materials

Pottery

Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches
Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches

Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches

Located in South Burlington, VT

earliest stone lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

19th Century Painted Wooden Tibetan Bowl
19th Century Painted Wooden Tibetan Bowl

19th Century Painted Wooden Tibetan Bowl

Located in Atlanta, GA

Tibetan barley flour (Tsampa). These bowls were used by the Buddhist mountain people of the Himalayas

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Late 19th Century Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800
Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800

Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

Bishamonten, the Buddhist God of Warfare here depicted as an armor-clad warrior. A fearsome protector, he is

Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design
Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design

Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design

Located in South Burlington, VT

Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or candle. Later on, they

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Buddhist Antique

Materials

Granite

Small Tripod Satsuma Vase Decorated with the 18 Luohans, 19th Century
Small Tripod Satsuma Vase Decorated with the 18 Luohans, 19th Century

Small Tripod Satsuma Vase Decorated with the 18 Luohans, 19th Century

By Satsuma

Located in Paris, FR

cartouches on a dotted background. They are the 18 Luohans or Arhats, characters from Buddhist mythology. The

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19th Century Japanese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Enamel

Japanese antique pottery bowl [tokoname ware]/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century
Japanese antique pottery bowl [tokoname ware]/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century

Japanese antique pottery bowl [tokoname ware]/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Japan, there has been a tradition of placing Buddhist scriptures in containers made of copper pipes or

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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Buddhist Antique

Materials

Pottery

19th Burmese Carved and giltwood Stupa with Buddhas in Niches
19th Burmese Carved and giltwood Stupa with Buddhas in Niches

19th Burmese Carved and giltwood Stupa with Buddhas in Niches

Located in Stamford, CT

gilding and red and green polychrome. The stupa is a Buddhist architectural monument honoring a sacred

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Mid-19th Century Burmese Other Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Antique Korean Scholar Book Storage Chest with Buddhism Symbols
Antique Korean Scholar Book Storage Chest with Buddhism Symbols

Antique Korean Scholar Book Storage Chest with Buddhism Symbols

Located in Atlanta, GA

inspired by early sutra chest used in the Buddhist monastery and possibly was made to store the collection

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19th Century Korean Other Buddhist Antique

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind
Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind

Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind

Located in South Burlington, VT

the earliest stone lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

Tibetan Mountain Landscape Coffer, circa 1850
Tibetan Mountain Landscape Coffer, circa 1850

Tibetan Mountain Landscape Coffer, circa 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

scrollwork and ribbon-clad Buddhist auspicious symbols, including the parasol, the treasure vase, the conch

Category

Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Hide, Wood, Paint

Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair
Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair

Antique Southeast Asian Burmese Jeweled Carved Qilin Foo Lion Figure Statue Pair

Located in Forney, TX

Japanese Buddhist Foo Dogs, life-size Hindu temple sculptures, Tibetan monastery ritual vessel

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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Buddhist Antique

Materials

Cut Glass, Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Two Bowls with knot shaped design on inside, Ming Era(15th century)
Two Bowls with knot shaped design on inside, Ming Era(15th century)

Two Bowls with knot shaped design on inside, Ming Era(15th century)

Located in seoul, KR

traditional design that originated from Buddhist symbolism, which was highly influential in China during the

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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Ming Buddhist Antique

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Chinese Lacquered Wooden Plate
19th Century Chinese Lacquered Wooden Plate

19th Century Chinese Lacquered Wooden Plate

Located in New York, NY

be immortals, and possibly having Buddhist - Taoist significance within mythical story telling of

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Elm

Gilt Bronze Bust of Shakyamuni Buddha
Gilt Bronze Bust of Shakyamuni Buddha

Gilt Bronze Bust of Shakyamuni Buddha

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

in Buddhist philosophy. Created using the lost-wax bronze casting method, this sculpture embodies a

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Early 20th Century Thai Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Polychrome Decorated & Carved Wood Buddha
Antique Chinese Polychrome Decorated & Carved Wood Buddha

Antique Chinese Polychrome Decorated & Carved Wood Buddha

Located in Atlanta, GA

India. Buddhists believe that the human life is one of suffering, and that meditation, spiritual and

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19th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood, Paint

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Find many varieties of an authentic buddhist antique available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and bronze, every buddhist antique was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the buddhist antique you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A buddhist antique made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one buddhist antique that is appealing in its simplicity, but Japanese School produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Buddhist Antique?

A buddhist antique can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,811, while the lowest priced sells for $99 and the highest can go for as much as $333,141.