What do Buddha statues mean?

The most commonly represented Buddha in Chinese Buddhist sculpture is Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Shakyamuni, the Enlightened One, or the Gautama Buddha. He is typically depicted seated upon a lotus throne with his hands in the Bhumisparsha mudra, the Gesture of Witness. This gesture symbolizes the moment that the Buddha claimed the earth as witness to his enlightenment and celebrates his unwavering meditative focus.

What is the purpose of Buddha statues?

The purpose of a Buddha statue relates to worship in the Buddhist faith. It provides a point of focus and reflection for Buddhists when they engage in the meditation required to achieve enlightenment. Find a selection of Buddha statues on 1stDibs.

Are Buddha statues Chinese?

China is just one of the many countries that has a tradition of Buddhist sculpture. You can find Buddha statues from many other regions like India and Japan. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern Buddha statues from some of the world’s top sellers.

How do I choose a Buddha statue?

A Buddha statue is very personal. You should choose one that speaks to you. If you are a practitioner, you can ask your teacher for assistance as well.

How do I identify an antique Buddha statue?

Identifying an antique Buddha statue is a specialized skill, which is best learned by studying the history of the preferred materials and techniques that each region used in producing Buddha statues. The simplest way to verify the age of a Buddha statue is to have an expert evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a range of professionally authenticated Buddha statues.

What are the different types of Buddha statues?

Most ritual figures depict the Buddha in one of three postures: seated, standing, or reclining. Differences in expression, hand gesture (mudras), and accompanying objects can reveal the figure’s place of origin as well as the particular Buddhist teaching depicted. Such Buddha figures are rendered in a variety of media depending on regional art traditions and intended use, ranging from carved stone to cast bronze to lacquered bamboo.

Is it good luck to have a buddha statue?

Buddha statues are not inherently lucky or unlucky, though images of the Fat Buddha (Budai or Hotei), have come to be associated with wealth, knowledge, and luck, with people often rubbing the belly or head.

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Antique Bronze Buddha Burmese Buddhist Statue, 1930

$1,701

H 18 in W 15 in D 10 in

Antique Bronze Buddha Burmese Buddhist Statue, 1930

Located in Potters Bar, GB

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Northern Thai Lan Na Bronze Buddha Seated in Meditation, 15th-16th Century

$6,500

H 8.5 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in

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Located in Austin, TX

A lovely northern Thai cast bronze seated meditating Buddha statue with shell inlaid eyes, style of Wat Chedi Luang, Lan Na Kingdom, region of Chiang Mai, 15th-16th century.

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Antique 16th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

$1,811

H 15.36 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

Located in Kastrup, DK

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H 13 in W 7 in L 13 in

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Located in Big Flats, NY

Ebonized terracotta head sculpture features meditating Shakyamuni Buddha, 20th century. Measures: 13" H x 7" W x 9" overall; 4" x 6" base.

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20th Century Chinese Religious Items

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H 37 in W 29 in D 20 in

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Located in Greenwich, CT

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H 11.5 in W 6.25 in D 7 in

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H 5 in W 3 in D 1.75 in

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue

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H 31 in W 26 in D 13 in

Large Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha

Located in Greenwich, CT

A large refined and elegant gold gilt bronze statue of meditating Buddha, benevolent facial expression, beautiful color, form and lines.

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Antique 19th Century Thai Religious Items

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H 35 in W 35 in D 20 in

Large Bronze Nepalese Buddha Statue Buddhist Meditate Dhyanasana

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$20,223

H 5.16 in W 3.9 in D 2.56 in

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$1,375

H 18 in W 13 in D 1 in

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H 37 in W 30 in D 21 in

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$3,077

H 28.47 in W 6.62 in D 6.5 in

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Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 72,3 cm high 16,8 cm wide and 16,5 cm deep Weight: 6.760 kgs Gilded with 24 krt. gold Abhaya mudra Originating from Thailand 19th century - Rattanakosin peri...

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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

$3,002

H 16.3 in W 8.98 in D 4.81 in

Antique Bronze Burmese Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 41,4 cm high 22,8 cm wide and 12,2 cm deep Weight: 5.361 kgs Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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$17,500

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Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha, Mid 19th Century, Thailand

$1,950

H 10 in W 6.25 in D 3 in

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H 16.54 in W 9.06 in D 5.71 in

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$1,670

H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 10.63 in

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Located in DEVENTER, NL

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$7,519

H 11.89 in W 7.52 in D 3.75 in

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Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 30,2 cm high, 19,1 cm wide and 9,5 cm deep, it is made of bronze and it weighs 3,26 kgs...

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Thai Gilt Bronze Seated Buddha, Lan Na Kingdom, Chiang Mai, Late 15th Century

$7,200

H 8 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in

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Located in Austin, TX

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Small Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha Sheltered by Naga, Muchalinda, c 1900

$780

H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1.75 in

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H 32 in W 16.5 in D 10.5 in

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Beautiful Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha Statue from Burma

$6,679

H 21.07 in W 16.03 in D 8.71 in

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Located in DEVENTER, NL

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$4,903

H 12.72 in W 7.21 in D 4.41 in

Early Antique Bronze Laos Buddha Statue from Laos

Located in DEVENTER, NL

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$10,272

H 19.3 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in

Antique Bronze Mandalay Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

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Meditating Buddha Statue For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal meditating buddha statue for your home. Each meditating buddha statue for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and organic material. There are many kinds of the meditating buddha statue you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each meditating buddha statue bearing folk art hallmarks is very popular.