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Old Mandalay Burma Set Gold Gilt Attendants
Old Mandalay Burma Set Gold Gilt Attendants

Old Mandalay Burma Set Gold Gilt Attendants

Located in South Burlington, VT

and hand-carved pair (2) of early to mid-20th century tall alabaster Mandalay Buddhist attendant

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Alabaster

18th-19th Century Joseon Period Serpentine Vase
18th-19th Century Joseon Period Serpentine Vase

18th-19th Century Joseon Period Serpentine Vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

culture, and all kinds of stone products such as plates, pots, boxes, calligraphy tools, and Buddhist

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Mid-18th Century Korean Arts and Crafts Buddhist Antique

Materials

Serpentine

Blue & White "Bajixiang" Dish with European Sterling Handle
Blue & White "Bajixiang" Dish with European Sterling Handle

Blue & White "Bajixiang" Dish with European Sterling Handle

Located in Atlanta, GA

. Featuring a border design of the "Eight Buddhist Emblems" or "Bajixiang" surrounding a central vignette of a

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18th Century and Earlier Chinese Buddhist Antique

19th Century Gilded Bronze Buddha Seated on Naga Throne
19th Century Gilded Bronze Buddha Seated on Naga Throne

19th Century Gilded Bronze Buddha Seated on Naga Throne

Located in Kastrup, DK

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

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Mid-19th Century Thai Other Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Tibetan Cabinet
19th Century Tibetan Cabinet

19th Century Tibetan Cabinet

Located in Singapore, SG

). These designs are painted over a Buddhist swastika pattern and stand out beautifully against the mustard

Category

1890s Tibetan Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Pine

Large Carved Wood Quan Yin
Large Carved Wood Quan Yin

Large Carved Wood Quan Yin

Located in Hudson, NY

This large carved wood statue is of the Buddhist deity Quan Yin. She helps disciples to achieve

Category

19th Century Chinese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood, Gesso, Paint

Antique 19th c Burma Mandalay Buddha statue with COA
Antique 19th c Burma Mandalay Buddha statue with COA

Antique 19th c Burma Mandalay Buddha statue with COA

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Comes with an authentication certificate. Antique Asian and Oriental Buddhist Figurines, Figures

Category

19th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Mythical Chinese Statue Hand, c. 1850
Mythical Chinese Statue Hand, c. 1850

Mythical Chinese Statue Hand, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

likely of a Buddhist deity or Taoist immortal. Resembling a closed fist, the hand likely once clasped the

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Primitive Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto
Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

Japan Important Early Temple Lions Hand-Carved Stone Pair of Old Kyoto

Located in South Burlington, VT

encrustation still visible. Older pairs of Buddhist mythological Komainu like these are infrequently found in

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Sandstone

Japanese Antique Tall Bronze Lantern with Birds, Hearts, & Bamboo
Japanese Antique Tall Bronze Lantern with Birds, Hearts, & Bamboo

Japanese Antique Tall Bronze Lantern with Birds, Hearts, & Bamboo

Located in South Burlington, VT

China. In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Queen Indradevi, 18th/19th century
Queen Indradevi, 18th/19th century

Queen Indradevi, 18th/19th century

Located in Sofia, BG

was a Buddhist. Jayavarman VII is generally considered by historians the most powerful Khmer monarch

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18th Century Old Masters Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Nikkō and Gakkō Bodhisattvas Temple Bell, Bunsei Era 1822
Nikkō and Gakkō Bodhisattvas Temple Bell, Bunsei Era 1822

Nikkō and Gakkō Bodhisattvas Temple Bell, Bunsei Era 1822

Located in Fukuoka, JP

This remarkable Buddhist temple bell is an authentic piece of spiritual history, cast in 1822

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19th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

6-8th century Old Important antique bronze Pyu Buddha statue from Nepal
6-8th century Old Important antique bronze Pyu Buddha statue from Nepal

6-8th century Old Important antique bronze Pyu Buddha statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

revelation, making it a revered symbol in Buddhist practice. Crafted during an era when the Pyu civilization

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15th Century and Earlier Indian Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements
A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

A Pair of Japanese Shishi Lion Architectural Elements

Located in Austin, TX

would originally have been placed under the eaves of a Buddhist or Shinto temple to ward off evil

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18th Century and Earlier Japanese Buddhist Antique

Tibetan Painted Longevity Box, c. 1900
Tibetan Painted Longevity Box, c. 1900

Tibetan Painted Longevity Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

. Depicted as a Buddhist arhat, an old man sits in meditation beneath a pine tree, draped in flowing robes

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Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Japan Handmade Hand Cast Inlaid "Nenbutsu Dancers" Bronze Vase, 19th Century
Japan Handmade Hand Cast Inlaid "Nenbutsu Dancers" Bronze Vase, 19th Century

Japan Handmade Hand Cast Inlaid "Nenbutsu Dancers" Bronze Vase, 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

singing in Buddhist ritual. This is a rare motif among bronze vases. Wood base not included. Dimensions

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions
Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions

Impressive Pair of Patinated Bronze Chinese Foo Dogs or Tibetan Snow Lions

Located in San Diego, CA

Buddha. While usually gender neutral, Buddhist art sometimes depicts snow lions as male or female; there

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Early 20th Century Chinese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Lovely Kangxi Period Cafe Au Lait Chinese Porcleain Bowls Immortal Instruments
Lovely Kangxi Period Cafe Au Lait Chinese Porcleain Bowls Immortal Instruments

Lovely Kangxi Period Cafe Au Lait Chinese Porcleain Bowls Immortal Instruments

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

white at the base and inside and cafe au lait of the outside wall. Painted are the The Eight Buddhist

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18th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Antique Tibetan Silver Turquoise Ghau Prayer Box
Early 20th Century Antique Tibetan Silver Turquoise Ghau Prayer Box

Early 20th Century Antique Tibetan Silver Turquoise Ghau Prayer Box

Located in Pomona, CA

Ghau is a small prayer box worn as pendant by Buddhists as portable shrines which can be pray by

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Buddhist Antique

Materials

Silver

Antique Burmese Southeast Asian Foo Dog Lion Carved Wood Gilt Lacquer Figure
Antique Burmese Southeast Asian Foo Dog Lion Carved Wood Gilt Lacquer Figure

Antique Burmese Southeast Asian Foo Dog Lion Carved Wood Gilt Lacquer Figure

Located in Forney, TX

A primitive antique Southeast Asian Buddhist carved qilin foo dog temple guardian figure. Hand

Category

19th Century Southeast Asian Primitive Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer

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

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

detailed piece is ideal for collectors seeking authentic Burmese Buddhist art with spiritual significance

Category

19th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Antique 19th c Burma Mandalay Buddha statue with COA
Antique 19th c Burma Mandalay Buddha statue with COA

Antique 19th c Burma Mandalay Buddha statue with COA

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Comes with an authentication certificate. Antique Asian and Oriental Buddhist Figurines, Figures

Category

19th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Ancient Big Guanyin, Qing Dynasty, China
Ancient Big Guanyin, Qing Dynasty, China

Ancient Big Guanyin, Qing Dynasty, China

Located in Roma, IT

carved. The base is separated from the figure. The Guanyin is a Chinese Buddhist divinity, represented in

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Gold Attendants from Old Mandalay Burma
Gold Attendants from Old Mandalay Burma

Gold Attendants from Old Mandalay Burma

Located in South Burlington, VT

duo (2) of early to mid-20th century tall alabaster Mandalay Buddhist attendant statues. Great indoor

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Alabaster

Burmese Black Lacquer Hsun-Ok, c. 1900
Burmese Black Lacquer Hsun-Ok, c. 1900

Burmese Black Lacquer Hsun-Ok, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

20th century Burmese offering vessel called a hsun-ok. Used primarily in Buddhist monasteries during

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Lacquer, Pine

Early 20th Century Tibetan Traveling Shrine
Early 20th Century Tibetan Traveling Shrine

Early 20th Century Tibetan Traveling Shrine

Located in Chicago, IL

"om ma ni padh mey hum," the universal Tibetan Buddhist prayer for the well-being of all sentient

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Brass, Steel

Thai Bronze Seated Buddha, c. 1850
Thai Bronze Seated Buddha, c. 1850

Thai Bronze Seated Buddha, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

the source of all Buddhist teachings and traditions. Draped in simple robes, the Buddha sits on a

Category

Mid-19th Century Thai Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Antique Khotan Rug

Antique Khotan Rug

Sold|$10,000

Antique Khotan Rug

Located in New York, NY

Far East, this antique rug from Khotan features Buddhist-inspired Ruyi clouds, subtle fretwork

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Khotan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wool

Pair of Early 20th Century Miniature Tibetan Traveling Shrines
Pair of Early 20th Century Miniature Tibetan Traveling Shrines

Pair of Early 20th Century Miniature Tibetan Traveling Shrines

Located in Chicago, IL

hold and carry sacred objects during long journeys. Crafted over a century ago, Buddhist followers may

Category

Early 20th Century Tibetan Buddhist Antique

Materials

Brass

Chinese Conch Shell Charm Ring, c. 1900
Chinese Conch Shell Charm Ring, c. 1900

Chinese Conch Shell Charm Ring, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

conch shells. A common motif in Chinese art, the conch shell is a ritual instrument and a Buddhist

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Silver

Chinese Enamel Bronze Figure of Guanyin Elephant
Chinese Enamel Bronze Figure of Guanyin Elephant

Chinese Enamel Bronze Figure of Guanyin Elephant

Located in Long Island City, NY

Oriental Porcelain Figurines, Figures, Statues, Oriental Buddhist Art, Home Decor, and Collectibles

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19th century Antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal
19th century Antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal

19th century Antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Nepal’s rich Buddhist tradition. Crafted from solid bronze and fire gilded with 24 karat gold, it features

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19th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

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

19th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

timeless beauty and a genuine connection to Burma’s rich cultural and Buddhist heritage. Antique wooden

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19th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell with Prolific Signed Dedication
Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell with Prolific Signed Dedication

Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell with Prolific Signed Dedication

Located in South Burlington, VT

history. Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Art Nouveau Pair Ornamental Basket Tea Light Lanterns
Japanese Art Nouveau Pair Ornamental Basket Tea Light Lanterns

Japanese Art Nouveau Pair Ornamental Basket Tea Light Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Iron

Japanese Inspiring Antique  "Five Elements" Stone Pagoda- hand carved 10 feet
Japanese Inspiring Antique  "Five Elements" Stone Pagoda- hand carved 10 feet

Japanese Inspiring Antique "Five Elements" Stone Pagoda- hand carved 10 feet

Located in South Burlington, VT

carved stone Buddhist sculptural three layered tower Sanju-no-to fashioned in nine parts with a tall

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Granite

Fine Japan Antique Cast Bronze "Flying Angels" Fire Bell, 19th Century
Fine Japan Antique Cast Bronze "Flying Angels" Fire Bell, 19th Century

Fine Japan Antique Cast Bronze "Flying Angels" Fire Bell, 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

a mei-bun inscription of the bell's history. Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging

Category

19th Century Japanese Meiji Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Golden Gilt Bronze Temple Fire Bell "Dragon and Kanji"
Japanese Antique Golden Gilt Bronze Temple Fire Bell "Dragon and Kanji"

Japanese Antique Golden Gilt Bronze Temple Fire Bell "Dragon and Kanji"

Located in South Burlington, VT

ring. History of Japan's temple bells: Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Rare "Eagle" Lighting Lantern
Japanese Rare "Eagle" Lighting Lantern

Japanese Rare "Eagle" Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Pineapple Welcoming  Garden Lantern
Japanese Antique Pineapple Welcoming  Garden Lantern

Japanese Antique Pineapple Welcoming Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

architecture, it originated in China. In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Buddhist Antique

Materials

Iron

Japanese Lovely Old Grapes Garden Lantern
Japanese Lovely Old Grapes Garden Lantern

Japanese Lovely Old Grapes Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

originated in China. In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Buddhist Antique

Materials

Iron

Japanese Tea Garden Gilt Gold "Lotus Flower" Lanterns Pair, Handsome
Japanese Tea Garden Gilt Gold "Lotus Flower" Lanterns Pair, Handsome

Japanese Tea Garden Gilt Gold "Lotus Flower" Lanterns Pair, Handsome

Located in South Burlington, VT

used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Japanese Tea Garden Gilt Gold "Lotus Flower" Lanterns Pair, Handsome
Japanese Tea Garden Gilt Gold "Lotus Flower" Lanterns Pair, Handsome

Japanese Tea Garden Gilt Gold "Lotus Flower" Lanterns Pair, Handsome

Located in South Burlington, VT

used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Exceptional Edo Period Ritual  Vajra Set with Bell and Inscribed Bronze Base
Exceptional Edo Period Ritual  Vajra Set with Bell and Inscribed Bronze Base

Exceptional Edo Period Ritual Vajra Set with Bell and Inscribed Bronze Base

Located in Fukuoka, JP

), Donated to Myōken Shrine A rare and complete Japanese Esoteric Buddhist ritual implement set from the

Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Etched Terracotta Lotus Jar, Yuan Dynasty, c. 1300
Chinese Etched Terracotta Lotus Jar, Yuan Dynasty, c. 1300

Chinese Etched Terracotta Lotus Jar, Yuan Dynasty, c. 1300

Located in Chicago, IL

raised outlines for a low relief effect. A common motif in Buddhist art across cultures, the lotus flower

Category

15th Century and Earlier Chinese Primitive Buddhist Antique

Materials

Terracotta

Antique 17th century bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma
Antique 17th century bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Antique 17th century bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

treasure for collectors and admirers of Southeast Asian Buddhist art. Antique 17th century bronze Burmese

Category

Early 18th Century Burmese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Japan Very Old  "Three Roof " Pagoda Stone Sculpture
Japan Very Old  "Three Roof " Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Japan Very Old "Three Roof " Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Located in South Burlington, VT

hand-carved granite stone "three roof" pagoda sculpture representing a Buddhist temple. It is sculpted

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1850s Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture
Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Japan Antique "Three Roof" Pagoda Stone Sculpture

Located in South Burlington, VT

" pagoda sculpture representing a Buddhist temple. It is sculpted in seven pieces from a grey granite

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Buddhist Antique

Materials

Stone

Early 20th Century Sideboard from Tianjin, China
Early 20th Century Sideboard from Tianjin, China

Early 20th Century Sideboard from Tianjin, China

Located in Singapore, SG

is often called a "Buddha cabinet" in China, it was possibly used to store Buddhist scriptures in the

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Brass

Nashiji Lacquer Armor Trunk with Bamboo Design
Nashiji Lacquer Armor Trunk with Bamboo Design

Nashiji Lacquer Armor Trunk with Bamboo Design

Located in Hudson, NY

decorative trunk for armor, clothing, and Buddhist texts) in gold lacquer with some green accents on the

Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Wooden Printing Block Set, c. 1900
Chinese Wooden Printing Block Set, c. 1900

Chinese Wooden Printing Block Set, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

attributed to Chinese Buddhist devotees, who embraced woodblock printing as an important vehicle to spread

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wood

19th Century Yellow, Violet and Pink Khotan Medallions Rug, circa 1870
19th Century Yellow, Violet and Pink Khotan Medallions Rug, circa 1870

19th Century Yellow, Violet and Pink Khotan Medallions Rug, circa 1870

Located in Firenze, IT

elements typical of the Chinese tradition, even the wave border is a clear reference to Buddhist

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Buddhist Antique

Materials

Wool

Japanese old small stone Buddha/Edo period/Tathagata(Nyorai) Buddha statue
Japanese old small stone Buddha/Edo period/Tathagata(Nyorai) Buddha statue

Japanese old small stone Buddha/Edo period/Tathagata(Nyorai) Buddha statue

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Shaka-Nyorai. It is the highest Buddhist statue in Buddhism. It is a very precious existence that saves

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17th Century Japanese Edo Buddhist Antique

Materials

Granite

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Buddhist Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

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.