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Burmese Votive

Antique Burmese Clay Votive Sculpture, Pre-Pagan, 11th Century, Large
Antique Burmese Clay Votive Sculpture, Pre-Pagan, 11th Century, Large

Antique Burmese Clay Votive Sculpture, Pre-Pagan, 11th Century, Large

Located in Ukiah, CA

I’ve always been drawn to these early Burmese clay votives, especially the larger ones that were clearly meant for a shrine or temple setting rather than personal wear.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Fine Quality Pyu Era Pre 10th Century Terracotta Carved Burmese Buddha
Fine Quality Pyu Era Pre 10th Century Terracotta Carved Burmese Buddha

Fine Quality Pyu Era Pre 10th Century Terracotta Carved Burmese Buddha

Located in Ukiah, CA

They were literally being pulled out of a sack filled with excavated Burmese votives from an overgrown jungle site somewhere across the border.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This 12th-century Pagan Votive Tablet, originating from Burma (Myanmar), is a significant example of the artistic heritage of the Bagan (Pagan) period, a time renowned for its remark...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This 12th-century Pagan votive tablet is a rare artifact from Burma (Myanmar), showcasing the rich history and artistry of the Bagan period.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: Terracotta Material: wood 20,5 cm high 15 cm wide and 9 cm deep Weight: 1.318 kgs Bagan style Originating from Burma 12th century - original from the Pagan period ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: Terracotta Material: wood 20,8 cm high 15 cm wide and 9 cm deep Weight: 1.403 kgs Bagan style Originating from Burma 12th century - original from the Pagan period ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

12th Century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: Terracotta Material: wood Measures: 19,5 cm high 14,2 cm wide and 6,6 cm deep Weight: 1.248 kgs Bagan style Originating from Burma 12th century - original from the ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Presenting this 12th-century Pagan votive tablet, an authentic and very special artifact from Burma’s historic Pagan period.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Weight: 1,38 kgs Originating from Burma Nr: 3673-10

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

12th century 12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma
12th century 12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

12th century 12th century Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This exceptional 12th-century Pagan votive tablet, originating from Burma (Myanmar), showcases the artistic brilliance and spiritual heritage of the Bagan period.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Pyu Terracotta Buddha Votive, Hand-Carved, Myanmar, 11th Century
Pyu Terracotta Buddha Votive, Hand-Carved, Myanmar, 11th Century

Pyu Terracotta Buddha Votive, Hand-Carved, Myanmar, 11th Century

Located in Ukiah, CA

I’ve always thought the Pyu pieces carried a very different feeling from later Burmese Buddhist art. Simpler in some ways, but often much more immediate.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

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Store closing March 31.  Buddhist Monk Votive Figure 19th C Patina
Store closing March 31.  Buddhist Monk Votive Figure 19th C Patina

Store closing March 31. Buddhist Monk Votive Figure 19th C Patina

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Store closing March 31. A profoundly beautiful standing Buddhist monk with begging bowl. Myanmar (Burma), 19th century or earlier. Bronze with layered patina of gold and lacquer. Pla...

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Antique Early 19th Century Burmese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

12th century antique pottery Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas
12th century antique pottery Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

12th century antique pottery Pagan Votive Tablet from Burma - OriginalBuddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique pottery Pagan Votive Tablet Material: Pottery 14,8 cm high 11,6 cm wide and 2,5 cm deep Bagan style Original from the Bagan period, 11-12th century Weight: 472 grams Originat...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Pottery

A Burmese Gilt Bronze Votive of Prince Siddartha Fleeing the Palace
A Burmese Gilt Bronze Votive of Prince Siddartha Fleeing the Palace

A Burmese Gilt Bronze Votive of Prince Siddartha Fleeing the Palace

Located in Austin, TX

An unusually large and rare Burmese gilt bronze votive representing a narrative scene from the life of the Buddha.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Burmese Tribal Sculptures

Materials

Ormolu

Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Five Pieces
Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Five Pieces

Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Five Pieces

Located in South Burlington, VT

Myanmar, Burma, a one of a kind collection of five old Buddhist prayer offering votive sculptures dating to the early part of the last century.

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Early 20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay

Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Eight Pieces
Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Eight Pieces

Collection Burmese Antique Buddhist Prayer Offering Votives Eight Pieces

Located in South Burlington, VT

Myanmar, Burma, a one of a kind collection of eight old Buddhist prayer offering votive sculptures dating to the early part of the last century.

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Clay

Burmese Pagan Empire 12th or 13th Century Votive Terracotta Buddha Bas-Relief
Burmese Pagan Empire 12th or 13th Century Votive Terracotta Buddha Bas-Relief

Burmese Pagan Empire 12th or 13th Century Votive Terracotta Buddha Bas-Relief

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Burmese Pagan Empire terracotta votive Buddha sculpture from the 12th or 13th century, mounted on a custom stand.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Burmese Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal

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Burmese Votive For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Burmese votive available at 1stDibs. A Burmese votive — often made from ceramic, terracotta and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the Burmese votive you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 15th Century to those made as recently as the 18th Century.

How Much is a Burmese Votive?

Prices for a Burmese votive can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $750 and can go as high as $1,450, while the average can fetch as much as $1,205.

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