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Antique Bronze Buddha Burmese Buddhist Statue, 1930
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous bronze meditating Buddha statue Great casting very solid with nice patina Of course
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Vintage 1930s Statues

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Buddha Burmese Buddhist Statue, 1930
Antique Bronze Buddha Burmese Buddhist Statue, 1930

Antique Bronze Buddha Burmese Buddhist Statue, 1930

H 18 in W 15 in D 10 in
Northern Thai Lan Na Bronze Buddha Seated in Meditation, 15th-16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely northern Thai cast bronze seated meditating Buddha statue with shell inlaid eyes, style of
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Antique 16th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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

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

H 8.5 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in
18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue
Located in Kastrup, DK
protection for the meditating Buddha during a mighty rainstorm.
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Antique Mid-18th Century Burmese Other Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

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

H 15.36 in W 10.24 in D 2.76 in
Fine 17th Century Northern Thai Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha
Located in Torino, IT
Fine Northern Thai bronze statue of a meditating Buddha, Lan Na school, seated in the cross-legged
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Antique 1640s Thai Sculptures

Fine 17th Century Northern Thai Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha
Fine 17th Century Northern Thai Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha

Fine 17th Century Northern Thai Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha

H 16.34 in W 11.23 in D 6.7 in
Vintage Carved Stone Meditating Buddha Head Statue Bust on Wood Plinth 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique carved heavy stone Buddha head sculpture / statue featuring curling hair, elongated ears
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Early 20th Century Busts

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Stone

Vintage Carved Stone Meditating Buddha Head Statue Bust on Wood Plinth 12"
Vintage Carved Stone Meditating Buddha Head Statue Bust on Wood Plinth 12"

Vintage Carved Stone Meditating Buddha Head Statue Bust on Wood Plinth 12"

H 11.5 in W 6.25 in D 7 in
Tibetan Buddha Sakyamuni Statuette 19th Century
Located in Milano, IT
. The statue is a 19th century Tibetan bronze statue depicting the Buddha in the meditation posture. He
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Antique 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antiquities

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Bronze

Tibetan Buddha Sakyamuni Statuette 19th Century
Tibetan Buddha Sakyamuni Statuette 19th Century

Tibetan Buddha Sakyamuni Statuette 19th Century

H 3.35 in W 1.97 in D 1.58 in
Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand
Located in Atlanta, GA
used its body to provide comfort and protection for the meditating Buddha. When the storm receded, it
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Antique Late 19th Century Thai Other Sculptures and Carvings

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Metal

Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand
Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand

Rare Antique Buddha under Naga Sculpture from Thailand

H 17.5 in W 18 in D 9.5 in
Japanese Bronze Statue Nyoirin Kannon on Lotus Throne
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small and fine Japanese bronze statue of Nyoirin Kannon circa 18th century of Edo period. Kannon
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Bronze Statue Nyoirin Kannon on Lotus Throne
Japanese Bronze Statue Nyoirin Kannon on Lotus Throne

Japanese Bronze Statue Nyoirin Kannon on Lotus Throne

H 7.5 in Dm 4 in

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Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China, late Ming Dynasty, early 17th century, China. Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion,...
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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Gesso, Wood

Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century
Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th Century

H 14 in W 6.75 in D 5 in
Asian Thai Gilt Vintage Bronze Statue of a Prince Playing Music
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large vintage heavy bronze statue of Prince Pra Apai Manee playing a traditional Asian string instrument called "Zueng". This bronze has a dark green patina, the ceremonial costume ...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Asian Thai Gilt Vintage Bronze Statue of a Prince Playing Music
Asian Thai Gilt Vintage Bronze Statue of a Prince Playing Music

Asian Thai Gilt Vintage Bronze Statue of a Prince Playing Music

H 18.5 in W 18 in D 8 in
Large Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful 12.5 lb, 16" tall, Tibetan bronze Buddha statue. Seated in padmasana with the left hand holding a kalasa containing blessing and wisdom dews, and the right one a plume of...
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20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha
Large Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha

Large Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha

H 16 in W 11.5 in D 9 in
Large Carved Gilt Teak Standing Buddha, Northern Thailand, Early 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large, tall Thai standing carved teak wood Buddha, lacquered and gilt, with hand raised in abhaya mudra, far Northern Thailand or possibly Laos, early 20th century. Near life-siz...
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Early 20th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Teak

Large Carved Gilt Teak Standing Buddha, Northern Thailand, Early 20th Century
Large Carved Gilt Teak Standing Buddha, Northern Thailand, Early 20th Century

Large Carved Gilt Teak Standing Buddha, Northern Thailand, Early 20th Century

H 70 in W 19 in D 19 in
Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful and serene Chinese Ming dynasty carved wood figure of the Buddha Amitayus, the Buddha of long life, and a form of Amitabha Buddha. He is seated in dhyanassana, dressed in...
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha
Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha

Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus Buddha

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H 19.5 in W 12 in D 9.5 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China
Located in Austin, TX
A Chinese early Qing Dynasty carved and lacquered wood figure of Guanyin, Southern China, 17th/18th century. Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion and Mercy, is portrayed seated in...
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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China
Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China

Chinese Qing Dynasty Lacquered Wood Guanyin, 18th Century, Southern China

H 15.5 in W 7.5 in D 7 in
Beautiful Tall Antique Gilt Bronze Buddha, 17th Century, 60 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
Thailand, Ayutthaya Kingdom, 16th-17th century gold gilt bronze temple Buddha, measuring 60 inches tall This beautiful Buddha sculpture will bring serenity and timeless style to you...
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Antique 17th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Beautiful Tall Antique Gilt Bronze Buddha, 17th Century, 60 Inches
Beautiful Tall Antique Gilt Bronze Buddha, 17th Century, 60 Inches

Beautiful Tall Antique Gilt Bronze Buddha, 17th Century, 60 Inches

H 60 in W 22 in D 12 in
Large Vintage Nepalese Gilt Bronze Vajrasattva Buddha, Mid 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and impressive vintage gilt bronze figure of the tantric Buddha Vajrasattva, the Diamond Thunderbolt, mid 20th century, Nepal. Crafted of cast and richly gilt bronze, Vaj...
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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

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Coral, Bronze

Large Vintage Nepalese Gilt Bronze Vajrasattva Buddha, Mid 20th Century
Large Vintage Nepalese Gilt Bronze Vajrasattva Buddha, Mid 20th Century

Large Vintage Nepalese Gilt Bronze Vajrasattva Buddha, Mid 20th Century

H 18 in W 12.5 in D 10 in
Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha, Mid 19th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful Thai Rattanakosin Period lacquered and gilt cast bronze figure of the Buddha in royal attire, mid 19th century, Thailand. The charming figure depicts the Buddha in dh...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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

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

H 10 in W 6.25 in D 3 in
Standing Buddha, Thailand
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Standing buddha, Thailand. Thailand Wood, lacquer Late 20th century Measures: 24 x 5.5 x 4.5 in. / 61 x 14 x 12 cm.
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Late 20th Century Thai Other Figurative Sculptures

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Wood, Lacquer

Standing Buddha, Thailand
Standing Buddha, Thailand

Standing Buddha, Thailand

H 24 in W 5.5 in D 4.5 in
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China. The figure likely represents ...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

H 32 in W 22.25 in D 16 in
16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, Very Finely Cast and Sculpted, 7920
Located in Ukiah, CA
With the very best sculpting and casting of its kind- I present this 16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha. Deeply serene face. Nice size at 10 1/8 inches tall, 12 1/8 inches on a custom...
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Antique 16th Century Thai Antiquities

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Bronze

16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, Very Finely Cast and Sculpted, 7920
16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, Very Finely Cast and Sculpted, 7920

16thC Northern Thai Bronze Buddha, Very Finely Cast and Sculpted, 7920

H 10 in W 5 in D 3.3 in
Burmese Shan Ava Style Bronze Seated Buddha, 19th Century, Burma
Located in Austin, TX
A nice and classic Burmese Shan cast bronze Buddha in the Ava style, 19th century or earlier, Burma. The Buddha sits upon a stepped and waisted stylized double lotus pedestal, le...
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Antique 19th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Burmese Shan Ava Style Bronze Seated Buddha, 19th Century, Burma
Burmese Shan Ava Style Bronze Seated Buddha, 19th Century, Burma

Burmese Shan Ava Style Bronze Seated Buddha, 19th Century, Burma

H 9.75 in W 7.25 in D 4.25 in
Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine early Thai Lopburi figure of a crowned and adorned Buddha, cast bronze, mid-13th century. The unusual figure of the Buddha sits in virasana upon a stylized lotus pedestal. He...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century
Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century

Thai Lopburi Cast Bronze Seated Buddha, 13th Century

H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 2.25 in
Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha, Mid 19th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful Thai Rattanakosin Period lacquered and gilt cast bronze figure of the Buddha in royal attire, mid 19th century, Thailand. The lovely figure depicts the Buddha in bhumi...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

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

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

H 9.75 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
Thai Gilt Bronze Buddha Marvijaya, Rattanakosin Period, 19th Century, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely Thai lacquered and gilt cast bronze figure of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, portrayed in Maravijaya, Rattanakosin Period, early to mid 19th century, Thailand. The B...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Thai Gilt Bronze Buddha Marvijaya, Rattanakosin Period, 19th Century, Thailand
Thai Gilt Bronze Buddha Marvijaya, Rattanakosin Period, 19th Century, Thailand

Thai Gilt Bronze Buddha Marvijaya, Rattanakosin Period, 19th Century, Thailand

H 12.5 in W 9 in D 4.25 in

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Red Coral Natural Laughing Buddha Carved Asian Decorative Art Statue Sculpture
By Eastern Artisans
Located in Milano, IT
In ancient China, 1100 years ago, The Laughing Buddha was a famous monk whose legendary smile
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

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Coral

Red Coral Natural Laughing Buddha Carved Asian Decorative Art Statue Sculpture
Red Coral Natural Laughing Buddha Carved Asian Decorative Art Statue Sculpture

Red Coral Natural Laughing Buddha Carved Asian Decorative Art Statue Sculpture

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H 5.52 in W 5.32 in D 4.34 in
A Magnificent Thai Gilt Bronze Figure Of Meditating Buddha
Located in Greenwich, CT
A magnificent large Thai, Ratnakosin style, gold gilt bronze figure of Buddha, seated in diamond
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Antique 19th Century Thai Statues

A Magnificent Thai Gilt Bronze Figure Of Meditating Buddha
A Magnificent Thai Gilt Bronze Figure Of Meditating Buddha

A Magnificent Thai Gilt Bronze Figure Of Meditating Buddha

H 29 in
Ebonized Terracotta Meditating Shakyamuni Buddha Head Statue, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
Ebonized terracotta head sculpture features meditating Shakyamuni Buddha, 20th century. Measures
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20th Century Chinese Religious Items

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Terracotta

Ebonized Terracotta Meditating Shakyamuni Buddha Head Statue, 20th Century
Ebonized Terracotta Meditating Shakyamuni Buddha Head Statue, 20th Century

Ebonized Terracotta Meditating Shakyamuni Buddha Head Statue, 20th Century

H 13 in W 7 in L 13 in
A Large Thai Gilt Broze Statue Of Buddha In Meditating Pose
Located in Greenwich, CT
A large Thai gilt bronze statue of Buddha in meditating pose, intricate detail, benevolent
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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures

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Ormolu, Bronze

A Large Thai Gilt Broze Statue Of Buddha In Meditating Pose

A Large Thai Gilt Broze Statue Of Buddha In Meditating Pose

H 37 in W 29 in D 20 in
Antique Statue of buddha
Located in Bronx, NY
Meditating Buddha
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20th Century Thai Decorative Objects

Antique Statue of buddha
Antique Statue of buddha

Antique Statue of buddha

H 10 in W 4.75 in D 3 in
Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue
Located in Kastrup, DK
and protection for the meditating Buddha during a mighty rainstorm.
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Antique 19th Century Thai Other Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue
Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue

Rare 19th Century Bronze Naga Buddha Statue

H 18.12 in W 10.63 in L 18.12 in
Fine Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue Of A Sitting Buddha
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very beautiful Thai gold gilt bronze statue of Buddha, sitting in diamond pose on finely detailed
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Antique 19th Century Thai Sculptures

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Ormolu

Fine Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue Of A Sitting Buddha
Fine Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue Of A Sitting Buddha

Fine Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue Of A Sitting Buddha

H 18 in W 10 in D 5.5 in
Wooden Burmese Buddha, Hand Carved, Large
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful large statue of Burmese Buddha, hand carved in wood. The work is of a master wood
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20th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Wooden Burmese Buddha, Hand Carved, Large
Wooden Burmese Buddha, Hand Carved, Large

Wooden Burmese Buddha, Hand Carved, Large

H 20.5 in W 10 in D 4.5 in
Meditating Buddha statue
Located in Pasadena, TX
This meditating sculpture of Buddha is cast in concrete. A great addition to your garden or patio
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Late 20th Century Indonesian Statues

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Cement

Meditating Buddha statue
Meditating Buddha statue

Meditating Buddha statue

H 18 in W 14 in D 9 in
Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue. In Buddhism and Hinduism, Naga is the Sanskrit word for a
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Mid-20th Century Thai Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Resin

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue
Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue

H 5 in W 3 in D 1.75 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
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Antique 19th Century Thai Religious Items

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Bronze

Large Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha
Large Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha

Large Thai Gold Gilt Bronze Statue of a Meditating Buddha

H 31 in W 26 in D 13 in
Mid-20th Century Meditating Buddha
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Buddha statue in meditation, prov, Laos, mid-20th century. Mudra of greeting, respect, veneration
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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Mid-20th Century Meditating Buddha
Mid-20th Century Meditating Buddha

Mid-20th Century Meditating Buddha

H 59.5 in W 37.5 in D 25.5 in
Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga
Located in Atlanta, GA
A cast bronze statue of Buddha in deep mediation on a throne and canopy formed by Mucalinda Naga, a
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Antique Late 19th Century Cambodian Archaistic Metalwork

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Bronze

Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga
Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga

Cambodian Bronze Statue Buddha under Naga

H 10.5 in W 5 in D 3 in
Buddha
Located in New York, NY
A substantial dark red burgundy resin sitting Buddha statue decorative object, circa late-20th
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

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Resin

Buddha
Buddha

Buddha

H 10.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Buddha in White Milk Glass
Located in New York, NY
A milk glass Buddha statue sitting in meditating position with lotus leaves surrounding base, circa
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Mid-20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Milk Glass

Buddha in White Milk Glass
Buddha in White Milk Glass

Buddha in White Milk Glass

H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1.75 in
19th Century Thai Gilt Bronze Figure of Reclining Buddha
Located in Chicago, IL
Statues of the Buddha show him either sitting, standing, or as with this gilt bronze figure from
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Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Other Metalwork

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Bronze, Gold Leaf

19th Century Thai Gilt Bronze Figure of Reclining Buddha
19th Century Thai Gilt Bronze Figure of Reclining Buddha

19th Century Thai Gilt Bronze Figure of Reclining Buddha

H 4.5 in W 7.25 in D 3 in
Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Larger than life, exquisite wooden Southeast Asian Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha mudra pose. The
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20th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood, Paint

Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue
Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue

Large Antique Southeast Asian Painted Wood Buddha Statue

H 48.5 in W 40.5 in D 29 in
Large Bronze Nepalese Buddha Statue Buddhist Meditate Dhyanasana
Located in Potters Bar, Herts
Gorgeous large bronze Nepalese Buddha statue. At almost three feet tall good size to this
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Vintage 1980s More Furniture and Collectibles

Large Bronze Nepalese Buddha Statue Buddhist Meditate Dhyanasana
Large Bronze Nepalese Buddha Statue Buddhist Meditate Dhyanasana

Large Bronze Nepalese Buddha Statue Buddhist Meditate Dhyanasana

H 35 in W 35 in D 20 in
Exceptional Ming Dynasty Statue of Buddha
Located in Washington, DC
A well carved, polychrome wood figure of a seated cross legged Buddha, wearing draped monk's robes
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Sculptures

Exceptional Ming Dynasty Statue of Buddha
Exceptional Ming Dynasty Statue of Buddha

Exceptional Ming Dynasty Statue of Buddha

H 16 in W 11 in D 8 in
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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.

How Much is a Meditating Buddha Statue?

Prices for a meditating buddha statue start at $195 and top out at $13,236 with the average selling for $1,669.
Questions About Meditating Buddha Statue
  • How do I choose a Buddha statue?
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    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    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.

  • What do Buddha statues mean?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    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?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • What are the different types of Buddha statues?
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    PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020

    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.

  • How do I identify an antique Buddha statue?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • Is it good luck to have a buddha statue?
    1 Answer
    Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    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.