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Cast Iron Buddha

Very Rare Yuan/Early Ming Cast Iron Buddha with Integral Mandorla
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very rare Yuan/early Ming cast iron Buddha with integral mandorla- . Nearly exact example, with the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Antique Tibetan Cast Iron Buddha Head With Polychrome Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tibet, 19th century or earlier. A heavy and large scale buddha head made of cast iron. The head
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Antique 19th Century Tibetan Busts

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Cast Iron Standing Buddha on Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large finely cast iron Buddha on stand depicted with hand in abhaya and varada mudra. Wearing a
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Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Cast Iron Standing Buddha on Stand
Cast Iron Standing Buddha on Stand
H 35 in W 13 in D 11 in
13/14thC Large Thickly Cast Iron Korean Buddha, 9020
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very rare large thickly cast iron Korean Buddha (a magnet sticks to it). In an extremely early
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Korean Antiquities

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Iron

Early Mon Style Solid Cast Iron Standing Buddha from Burma, 5613
Located in Ukiah, CA
This is a very rare early Mon style solid cast iron standing Buddha from Burma, probably the 10th
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Asian Antiquities

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Iron

Chinese Iron and Gilt Buddha Bust
Located in New York, NY
Asian Chinese style gilt and polychromed cast iron bust of Buddha.  
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20th Century Chinese Export Busts

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Chinese Iron and Gilt Buddha Bust
Chinese Iron and Gilt Buddha Bust
H 14 in W 10 in D 11 in
"Billiken" Cast Iron Still Bank, American, Circa 1909
By A.C. Williams Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Original "Billiken" cast iron still bank patented in 1908 by Florence Pretz (patent number on the
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Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art Toys

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Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Elephant Heads Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cast iron elephant heads bookends. Elephant heads in dark bronze patinated color, nice quality and
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

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Bronze

Votive Plaque with Walking Buddha in Sukhothai Style and Silvered Seated Buddha
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Votive Plaque with Walking Buddha in Sukhothai Style, Thailand, 18th or 19th century, cast in
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Antique Early 19th Century Thai Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Sino-Tibetan Lotus Bronze Cast Buddha China Nepali or Tibet Statue, 20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A 20th c Sino- Tibetan - Nepali statue. Bronze or cast iron. Additional information: Material
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20th Century Chinese Religious Items

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Bronze

16/17thC Korean Baby Buddha pointing to heaven and earth.
Located in Ukiah, CA
16/17thC Korean Baby Buddha pointing to heaven and earth. It is dated to the 16C. Great condition
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Antique 16th Century Korean Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda
Located in Austin, TX
downwards, a serene expression upon his face. The figure has been cast in iron. A brown lacquer covers the
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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Chinese Old Pair Symbolic Longevity Effigy Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
gardens where they served as a spiritual source of light for evening tea ceremonies. Often cast in iron
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lanterns

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Iron

Japan Antique Armillary Orb Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
First we've seen, unusual style Japan, an antique hand cast round lantern with a unique armilliary
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Burmese Bronze Temple Bell with Stand
Located in Stamford, CT
passes through the holding ring. The iron hanging bracket has been cast separately to the bell
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Antique Mid-19th Century Burmese Tibetan Metalwork

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Bronze, Iron

Japan Fine Antique Bronze Kanon Guanyin Signed Shohei, Beautiful Face
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hata Zoroku. Cast over 100 years ago at Kibundo in Kyoto , Kibundo was an iron kettle manufacturer in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Paintings and Screens

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Bronze

Thai Buddhist Votive Plaque
Located in Point Richmond, CA
with an iron like surface of a deep brown colour, depicting a relief image of a walking Buddha. His
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Other Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Lead, Tin

Thai Buddhist Votive Plaque
Thai Buddhist Votive Plaque
H 22.75 in W 13.25 in D 1 in

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Japan Large Antique Bronze Seated Garden Kanon Guan-Yin, 49 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions- a good garden candidate Japan, a large 49" tall antique cast bronze seated Kanon Maitreya, Guan-Yin in an attractive pensive pose- a good gard...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

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Bronze

17th Century Spanish Colonial Hispano-Philippine Carved Santo
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce 17th century Spanish Colonial carved wood santo with provenance from the National Museum of the Philippines Manila. circa late 1600s A large part of what makes this exam...
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Antique 17th Century Spanish Colonial Religious Items

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Gesso, Hardwood

Great 18 Palmette Shallow Flush Ceiling Mount, Murano
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Here the larger version of the successful 12 leaves compact palmette ceiling fixture. This group of shallow ceiling mount Murano chandelier was first designed for a luxury yacht low...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Korean Goryeo Celadon Glazed Slip Inlaid Bottle Vase, 12th/13th Century, Korea
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful small Korean Goryeo ware celadon glazed stoneware bottle vase with sangam slip inlay, Goryeo Dynasty, 12th - 13th century, Korea. The small bottle vase of typical for...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Korean Ceramics

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Stoneware

"Blanc de Chine" Guanyin with Lotus Flower Porcelain, circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Porcelain "Blanc de Chine" Statuette of a Guanyin stand on a lotus leaf, holding a lotus flower. China. Early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Japanese Wood figure of Jizo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Wood figure of Jizo, Edo period, circa 1800. Japanese mingei-style wood figural carving of Jizo Bosatsu, (Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva), the popular Buddhist patron monk of trave...
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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Wood figure of Jizo
Japanese Wood figure of Jizo
H 14.38 in W 3.5 in D 3.25 in
12th - 13th Century, Bayon, Antique Khmer Dark-Brown Glazed Pottery Honey Pot
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Antique Khmer dark-brown glazed pottery honey pot. Age: Cambodia, Bayon Period, 12th - 13th Century Size: Height 9 C.M. / Width 13.8 C.M. Condition: Nice glaze and condition overall...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antiquities

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Pottery

19th Century Boston Terrier Black Painted Door Stop, Hubley
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century Boston Terrier door stop, cast iron with original black paint. Beautiful patina.  
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Antique 1890s North American American Classical Animal Sculptures

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Iron

Thai Bronze Buddha Torso Fragment, Sukhothai, 15th/16th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
An enigmatic and ephemeral Thai cast bronze fragment of a seated Buddha, Sukhothai Kingdom, circa 15th/16th century, Thailand. The fragment depicts the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni...
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Antique 16th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Chinese Porcelain Ginger Jar With Lid Cobalt Blue Decorations
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Anti...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

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Porcelain

Fine Dutch Baroque Double Domed Walnut Cabinet
Located in Antwerp, BE
A very fine and rare burr walnut and walnut double domed cupboard; Holland, circa 1700. Resting on bracket feet, the base has two large drawers a pair of half - width drawers, protru...
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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch William and Mary Cabinets

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Brass

Fine Dutch Baroque Double Domed Walnut Cabinet
Fine Dutch Baroque Double Domed Walnut Cabinet
H 92.92 in W 75.6 in D 24.02 in
Antique French Cast Iron Faux Bois Crucifix Cross, 19th Century
Located in Sheridan, CO
French cast iron cross, 19th century. This faux bois iron cross features trailing foliates, centering Corpus Christi, over reeds. Dimensions approx 51"h x 26.25"w x 5" d Acqui...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Rare Japanese antique pottery jar/13th century/Kamakura period/Excavated pottery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We would like to introduce you to some fascinating pots excavated in Japan. This is a pot fired in an ancient Japanese kiln called Tokoname ware. Tokoname is a kiln located in Aichi...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

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Pottery

Bronze Buddha hand
Located in Ramillies, BE
Bronze Buddha hand on acrylic plinth Southeast Asia, early XIXth Century
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Antique Early 19th Century Southeast Asian Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Bronze Buddha hand
Bronze Buddha hand
H 2.37 in W 6.5 in D 2.37 in
Louis XVI Style Trumeau
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Lovely and decorative Louis XVI style Trumeau, circa 1940's. Giltwood accents surround a bas relief of musical instruments.
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20th Century French Louis XVI Trumeau Mirrors

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Giltwood

Louis XVI Style Trumeau
Louis XVI Style Trumeau
H 58.75 in W 36.25 in D 1.75 in
Early Thai Sukhothai Bronze Buddha Head
Located in Hudson, NY
Large Ancient Sukhothai Bronze Buddha Head. Excellent Example likely 15th c., Probably Thailand, in classic Sukhothai style, with serene expression, downcast eyes and flame of enligh...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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Massive Cast Iron Head Of The Buddha
Located in Wilton, CT
Extremely Well-Cast Heroic-Sized Head of the Buddha with all Traces of Casting Seams Skillfully
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs

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Iron

Early 19th Century, Hotei (Happy Buddha), Edo Period, Art of Japan
Located in Central Hong-Kong, HK
. Art of Japan Early 19th century, Edo period Iron Dimensions: Height 23 cm Width 27 cm.    
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

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Iron

Framed Thai Buddhist Votive Plaque, Sukhothai Style
Located in New York, NY
with an iron like surface of a deep brown color, depicting a relief image of a walking Buddha. His left
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Antique 18th Century Thai Metalwork

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Metal

Cast Iron Buddha Statue, China Ming Period
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Statue of Guanyin in lacquered and gilded cast iron, represented seated in dhyanasana, hands in
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Metalwork

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Iron

Cast Iron Buddha Statue, China Ming Period
Cast Iron Buddha Statue, China Ming Period
H 4.53 in W 2.84 in D 2.68 in
Iron Cast Buddha, Brown Patina, Unknown Dating
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cast iron Buddha, brown patina, unknown dating. Measures: H 41cm, W 21cm, W 21cm.
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Early 20th Century Asian Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Tibetan Buddha Head 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Cast Iron Buddha Head 19th C. Measures - 7 1/2"h x 4 1/4"w x 5"d
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Antique 19th Century Asian Metalwork

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Iron

An Antique Chinese Sculpture of Buddha in Cast Iron
Located in New York, NY
A 19th century cast iron Buddha sculpture from China. Good condition with age appropriate
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

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Iron

Brass Buddha Statue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brass Nepalese Buddha statue. Bhumisparsha Mudra. Cast iron, handcrafted and handprinted with very
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Brass

Brass Buddha Statue
Brass Buddha Statue
H 16 in W 12 in D 8 in
Buddha in Meditation on a Lotus-Shaped Bass, China, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Buddha in meditation on a lotus-shaped bass, China, 19th century, finely chiseled cast iron
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

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Iron

PAIR OF SPECTACULAR BUDDHA HEAD LAMPS
Located in New York, NY
Pair of buddha head lamps made of gilded cast iron mounted on wooden bases.
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20th Century Unknown Table Lamps

Japan Fine Antique Cast "Bird & Bamboo" Lantern with Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels Japan, a fine antique hand cast "Bird & Bamboo
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

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Iron

Japan Fine Vintage Hand Cast Lantern with Exquisite Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine large vintage hand cast iron Yukimi round top lantern with exquisite details from the
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

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Iron

Japanese Matching Pair Antique Yukimi Lanterns, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
" top hand cast Yukimi lanterns with handsome details from the late Meiji period, 1910. The striking
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

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Iron

Japan Huge Antique Yukimi Lantern, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine large 23” diameter antique "signed" top hand cast Yukimi lantern with handsome
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

Figure of Sakyamuni
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 19th century cast iron Northern Chinese seated figure of Sakyamuni in Dhyana Mudra with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures

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Iron

Figure of Sakyamuni
Figure of Sakyamuni
H 11 in W 8 in D 6.5 in
Moose in the Garden, American Crafted Folk Art Master Work
Located in South Burlington, VT
boulder and weather resistant powder coated cast iron antlers and feet securely attached. Excellent garden
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone, Iron

Japanese Cat Antique Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
A charming Japanese cat antique lantern hand cast and crafted in black iron with removable base for
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

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Iron

Japanese Cat Antique Lantern
Japanese Cat Antique Lantern
H 9.5 in W 7 in D 6 in
19th Century Cast Iron Chinese Buddha
Located in New York, NY
A nicely cast 19th century iron Chinese Buddha with a very peaceful presence. A spiritual piece
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Replica Buddha Head Rendered in Cast Iron
Located in Dallas, TX
Replica Buddha Head Rendered in Cast Iron
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

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Iron

Antique Japanese Amida Buddha after Kamakura Cast Iron Statue with Gold Gilt
Located in San Diego, CA
An outstanding antique Japanese Amida Buddha after Kamakura cast iron statue/sculpture. Has the
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Antiquities

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Iron

19th Century Chinese Iron Buddha Dragon Temple Bell
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Chinese iron temple bell with Buddha, dragons and Chinese writing. Measures: 10
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

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Iron

Early 20th Century Cambodian Gilt and Painted Iron Buddha Bust
Located in Dallas, TX
cast iron bust of Buddha, in the Classic South East Asian (Cambodian) design and style. It has been
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Early 20th Century Cambodian Archaistic Metalwork

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Iron, Gold Leaf

French Buddha Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
French Buddha fire dogs made of cast iron.
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20th Century French Andirons

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Iron

French Buddha Andirons or Firedogs
French Buddha Andirons or Firedogs
H 7.88 in W 4.53 in D 14.57 in
Antique Joyful Buddha Sculpture Brings Hope for Our World
Located in South Burlington, VT
From a fifty year old Buddhist collection comes this pleasant Laughing Buddha, 15.5" high. Chinese
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Fine Hand Cast Samurai HORSE Theme Tea Pot Tetsubin Immediately Useable
Located in South Burlington, VT
Here's a finely cast traditional iron teapot -tetsubin- with a deep relief samurai horse carving
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects

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Iron

Large Fine Japanese Bronze Seated Buddha 25" tall with Custom Black Display Base
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine large old seated Buddha, heavily hand cast bronze, mid-20th century and with a fine
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Important Pair of Massive Antique Thailand Gilt Bronze Soaring Mythology Birds
Located in South Burlington, VT
Thailand, a fine and seldom found pair of tall soaring swans (Hong) finely hand cast in solid
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Antique 19th Century Thai Metalwork

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Bronze, Iron

Japan Rare Matching Pair Old Nautical Diving Helmet Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
A fine and rare matching pair (2) of authenticaly designed 9 inch tall hand cast iron lanterns in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Lanterns

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Iron

Chinese Export Matching Pair Old Flower Lily Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
for evening tea ceremonies. Often cast in iron and carved from granite stone, today’s vintage
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lanterns

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Iron

Japan Antique Lantern with Bells and Exquisite Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a fine fancy antique hand cast lantern with exquisite details from the Taisho period, 1920s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Iron

Japanese Large Old "Mountain Minka Cabin" Lantern and Wind Chime
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, an unusual hand cast iron ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese mountain
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze, Iron

Body of a Korean Buddha of the Future-Authentic Relic! - 7832
Located in Ukiah, CA
This is perhaps the most classic of all early Korean Buddhist sculpture- -A body of 'the Buddha of
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Korean Other Antiquities

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Bronze

Gilded Iron Buddha
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Cast iron buddha with gilding on stand.
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Antique 19th Century Asian Sculptures

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Iron

Gilded Iron Buddha
Gilded Iron Buddha
H 14 in Dm 9 in
Cast Iron Chinese Figure of the Buddha
Located in Woodbury, CT
Traces of original paint. Fine detailed iron. The Buddha sits in the lotus position upon a lotus
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Chinese Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Statue of Kuan-Yin
Located in Seattle, WA
Chinese iron statue of Kuan-Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, seated in lalitasana (the posture of
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

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Iron

Large Buddha Hand in Vitarka Mudra
Located in New York, NY
Large Bronze Cast Buddha hand in Vitarka Mudra (Imparting Knowledge Gesture). Comes in various
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Folk Art Sculptures

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Iron

Large Buddha Hand in Vitarka Mudra
Large Buddha Hand in Vitarka Mudra
H 38 in W 30 in D 12 in
Thai Gilded Bronze Figure of a Standing Buddha
Located in Seattle, WA
prinitive iron pegs to a cast bronze stupa form base with hardwood core.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures

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Ormolu

Ming Period Iron Head of a Lohan
Located in San Francisco, CA
His expression at once fierce, benevolent, and powerful. This Guardian of Buddha heavily cast with
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

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Iron

Ming Period Iron Head of a Lohan
Ming Period Iron Head of a Lohan
H 12.5 in W 6 in D 6 in
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Cast Iron Buddha For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cast iron buddha for your home. Frequently made of iron, metal and gold leaf, every cast iron buddha was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a cast iron buddha — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A cast iron buddha is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Cast Iron Buddha?

Prices for a cast iron buddha start at $199 and top out at $4,299 with the average selling for $2,200.
Questions About Cast Iron Buddha
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.