The Buddha Gallery

Early Tibetan Painted Storage Chest with Stupa Motif Ex-Estate of Gary Shandling-purchased at an auction that was selling off a number of his Asian antiques the year after he sadly ...

Antique Mongolian Bronze Mandala Set (Set of Three) An exceptional and cohesive set of three antique Mongolian Buddhist mandalas, cast in thick, high-quality bronze and presented on...

An exceptional and highly unusual Korean bronze Buddhist figure, dating to the late Joseon period, 18th–19th century, and possibly earlier. This finely cast sculpture stands as a rar...

Antique Korean Bronze Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara), Joseon Period, Solid Cast This rare and finely cast antique Korean Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) represent...

Rare Late Pyu to Early Pagan Burmese Bronze Monk, Solid Cast, Circa 9th–11th Century This delightful and exceptionally rare solid-cast Burmese bronze monk dates to the late Pyu to e...

Monumental 15th Century Thai Gilded Sandstone Buddha Head This powerful life-size Thai Buddha head dates to the 15th century, masterfully carved in sandstone and later lacquered and...

A superb and deeply moving 17th–18th century Hindu figural oil lamp, distinguished by its extraordinary presence, refined casting, and an unmistakably sublime face. Sculpted in high-...

A powerful and evocative large size 11-13th century Cambodian bronze Buddha, originating from the Angkor period or slightly after- a time widely regarded as the pinnacle of Khmer sac...

This exceptional Korean red-lacquered wooden Buddha dates to the 17th/18th century, or earlier, and stands as a powerful example of early Korean Buddhist devotional sculpture. Carve...

An exceptionally rare matched near-identical pair of early Chinese cast-iron Buddha figures, dating to the Yuan dynasty or early Ming period (14th–15th century), each cast with an in...

An exceptional and highly refined ancient Khmer stone figure, confidently dated to the 10th century, with the possibility of being slightly earlier or later. Sculptures of this quali...

A powerful and rare early iron Buddhist deity, likely originating from the Dali Kingdom of southern China (10th–13th century), and possibly reflecting early Tibetan or Sino-Tibetan influence. Sculptures of this type and material are exceedingly scarce, particularly in iron, and this example possesses an unmistakable archaic authority. Cast solid and exceptionally heavy for its size, the figure stands nude except for a dramatic garland of severed human heads and a serpent coiled around the neck, iconography associated with fierce protector deities and tantric wrathful manifestations. In the left hand, the deity holds a skull cup filled with brains, symbolizing impermanence, transformation, and the transcendence of ego. The head is crowned with an unusual three-pronged headdress, possibly referencing nagas or other chthonic forces. The surface displays a deeply layered, naturally evolved iron patina, ranging from dark brown to russet tones, developed over many centuries. One hand is missing, as clearly visible in the photographs, but the figure remains otherwise strong, stable, and visually complete. Mounted on an older plexiglass stand, this is a commanding and authentic early example of fierce Buddhist metal sculpture, intended for the serious collector of Himalayan, Chinese, or tantric art.

An exceptionally rare and visually commanding 17th/18th century Burmese Triple Buddha sculpture, carved entirely from a single, monumental teak log, and attributable to the Arakan (R...

A rare and compelling 11th/12th century Southern Thai bronze Buddha, representing a regional tradition that is distinctly separate from central Thai, Khmer, or broader Southeast Asia...

An exceptionally rare 10th–11th century Northeast Indian Pala-period bronze deity, Anika, originating from the great artistic centers of eastern India during one of the most sophisti...

This beautifully cast and finely sculpted Cambodian bronze Buddha, dating to the 13th–14th century(possibly a century or two later)), represents an important post-Khmer transitional ...

This exceptionally rare early Burmese crowned Buddha, executed in bronze and attributed to the Arakan (Rakhine) tradition, represents one of the most distinctive and least encountere...

This impressive and unusually large 19th-century Jain bronze Jina is a commanding devotional sculpture distinguished by its scale, refined casting, and rar...

This exceptionally rare 12th–13th century Khmer lime-pot figure, depicting a seated attendant gently holding a dog, represents an engaging form of Angkor-period sculptural art. Rende...

Rare Early Burmese Bronze Female Buddhist Devotee, Mon or Pyu Influence, 10th–13th Century This rare and highly evocative bronze sculpture depicts a female Buddhist devotee in anjal...

Large Javanese Bronze Buddha with Unique Mudra, 13th Century or Later This superb and unusually large Javanese bronze Buddha, dated to the 13th century or later, is a work of except...

Antique Nepali Copper Alloy Indra Figure, Solid Cast, Traces of Gilding This exceptionally refined, solid-cast copper alloy figure depicts Indra, the Vedic and Buddhist king of the gods, rendered with remarkable grace, balance, and sculptural confidence. Almost certainly produced in Nepal, this sculpture reflects the highest traditions of Himalayan metalwork, where form, iconography, and surface finish are held to exacting standards. The figure was clearly fully fire-gilded originally, and today retains subtle yet compelling traces of gold across the face, crown, jewelry, and torso. It is solid cast, withelegant posture, expressive facial features, and finely articulated jewelry...

An extremely rare and early Arakan (Rakhine) Buddha in royal attire, dating to the first formative period of Arakanese Buddhist art, when the region developed a visual language disti...

Fine 18th/19th Century Tibetan Thangka – Large, Well-Preserved, and Museum-Framed. A beautifully painted 18th/19th-century Tibetan thangka, depicting several seated spiritual figures...

An exceptional and extremely rare early Japanese “Baby Buddha” (Shaka Nyorai at Birth) sculpture, carved in wood and dating to the pre-Edo period (likely late Muromachi to Momoyama era). This evocative figure depicts the newborn Buddha in the iconic gesture of proclamation—one hand pointing toward heaven and the other toward earth—symbolizing the moment of enlightenment and the declaration of spiritual supremacy. The sculpture stands with remarkable presence despite its modest scale, exhibiting a deeply expressive, softly modeled face with closed eyes and a calm, introspective demeanor. The naturalistic carving of the torso and flowing garment reflects early devotional Japanese Buddhist sculpture...

An exceptional and monumental early Chinese polychrome wooden Bodhisattva, preserved from a century-old American collection and presenting with remarkable presence, scale, and histor...

A commanding and deeply evocative 16th Century Burmese Ava-period Buddha face, constructed from ancient brick and finished with traditional stucco/clay modeling. This monumental frag...

This rare and highly characterful early guardian figure is an exceptional example of early Chinese or Tibetan bronze sculpture, likely dating to the Ming period (15th century) or pos...

An extraordinarily rare and historically important 6th–7th century Korean bronze figure of the Pensive Buddha (Buddha of the Future, Maitreya). This is an absolute period work, creat...

An exceptional and quite early iron sculpture of Ganesha, distinguished by an extraordinary level of artistic sensitivity and technical achievement rarely encountered in this challen...

A highly appealing and rare matched pair of 17th-century Burmese bronze Buddhas, beautifully cast in the refined Mon style, and presented on newly commissioned custom museum-quality ...

Early solid cast Korean bronze Buddha/Bodhisattva.. In a very early style. Hard to take with confidence, could be as early as ninth century, possibly several centuries later. Several...

This exceptional 13th century Cambodian bronze apsara dates to the Post-Khmer period and represents a remarkably large and finely cast example of its type. Solid cast and notably hea...

This rare and highly distinctive Burmese bronze Buddha dates to the 14th–15th century and is most plausibly associated with the Pinya period, with subtle Mon influence evident in the...

This exceptional early standing Buddha, attributed to China or Korea, represents one of the rarest sculptural types encountered in over three decades of handling early Asian bronzes....

This exceptionally rare Hindu sculpture from Burma represents an early and highly unusual survival of pre-classical Southeast Asian religious art, possibly dating as far back as the ...

This evocative early Himalayan or Gandharan bronze Buddha is a compelling and scholarly example of a sculptural tradition rooted in the crossroads of South and Central Asia. The over...

This exceptional 18th Century Sri Lankan (Lankan) solid silver Buddha represents a rare and refined example of South Asian Buddhist metalwork. Cast in near-pure solid silver and seat...

This rare and important 15th–16th century (or earlier) standing bronze Arakan Buddha represents a royal Arakan type that is exceptionally difficult to find. In decades of collecting ...

16th/17th Century (or earlier) Korean Baby Buddha. The figure itself stands 10 inches tall, rising to 12 inches on its base. Closely related to item #5663 on my website—an all-bronze example—this piece is particularly unusual in its construction. It features a beautifully rendered bronze face intentionally embedded into a more roughly cast iron body. This appears to be original to its creation, and I have never encountered another Korean sculpture made in this manner. The piece has tremendous presence, with a serene and expressive face that contrasts beautifully with the more primitive iron casting of the body. Old tags attached when I acquired the piece are still present and date it to the 16th/17th century. A smaller, lesser-quality version—also attributed to this period—was offered on eBay for $2,500, supporting the date range. An exceptionally rare and distinctive Korean Buddha...

This superb 16th century Korean “Baby Buddha” (Seokgamoni at Birth) is a rare and highly expressive example of Joseon-period Buddhist sculpture. The figure depicts the Buddha at the ...

This evocative Cambodian bronze Buddha, sculpted in the 13th-century Angkorian style, is a work of exceptional presence and quiet authority. While a precise date is intentionally lef...

This rare and evocative Acue (Achu) Guanyin originates from the artistic tradition of the Dali Kingdom, which flourished in what is now Yunnan Province, southern China, approximately...

This extraordinary 18th–19th century Dancing Dakini is a truly exceptional and highly individual work of Himalayan Buddhist art, distinguished by its rare construction, dynamic movem...

A large and weighty Korean bronze (or brass) Bodhisattva, dating to the 18th Century or earlier. The figure retains distinct traces of original gilding along with areas of deep red l...

This exceptionally rare pair of early Burmese bronze Buddhas, dating to approximately the 9th–11th century, represents a remarkable survival from the formative period of Buddhist scu...

Exceptionally rare early Burmese Mon-style Buddhas, dating approximately to the 11th–13th Century. A matched pair of this age and type is extraordinarily uncommon—possibly unique. Pr...

One of the finest Buddhas I have owned in three decades and among the most memorable of the many thousands that have passed through my hands. For years, I believed it to be a late Py...

This large and powerfully modeled bronze figure of Shiva, attributed to Cambodia or Thailand, dates most plausibly to the 14thcentury, with certain stylistic features also recalling ...

This rare Javanese solid silver Bodhisattva, dating to the 9th–10th century, is a refined and highly collectible example of early Indonesian Buddhist sculpture from the classical Cen...

This exceptionally early and rare Korean bronze Buddha represents a significant survival from the formative period of Korean Buddhist sculpture, almost certainly dating to the 10th c...

This rare Northern Thai quartz crystal reliquary, dating to the 17th century or earlier, is an exceptional example of early Southeast Asian devotional carving. Sculpted from a single...

One-of-a-Kind 14th–16th Century Nagapattinam Standing Indian Bronze Buddha, A rare and exceptional example from Nagapattinam, closely related in both geography and period to the celebrated Chola bronzes...

18th Century, Possibly Earlier — Very Large and Exceptionally Heavy Sri Lankan Kandy-Style Buddha. With echoes of much earlier Lankan styles, this is an unusually massive and powerful example of the Kandy tradition. The figure measures 9.75 inches tall without finial or base (which would bring it to 15+ inches), 11.5 inches on its custom stand, and nearly 10 inches wide at the knees. Because Sri Lankan Buddhas have been required to be solid-cast for nearly a millennium, this is close to the maximum size seated bronzes could realistically reach during the period—making its scale and weight especially impressive. It is incredibly heavy, far more so than the photographs suggest; at 61 years old, I cannot lift it alone. Several stylistic elements—particularly the face, ears, and body proportions—clearly relate to Lankan Buddhas from 500–800 years earlier, giving this work a distinctive character unusual for the Kandy period. Unlike typical Kandy Buddhas with ears that flare outward, this example shows flatter, pulled-back ears in line with earlier Sinhala forms. Likewise, instead of the slender, androgynous bodies typical of later Kandy sculpture, this figure displays broad shoulders and thick, powerful arms, conveying a distinctly masculine presence reminiscent of early Sri Lankan bronzes...

This exceptional and highly important group comprises a matched pair of trios, six total, of 18th century Tibetan copper Buddha and Bodhisattva plaques of remarkable quality and rari...

This exceptionally rare Northern Thai Saenkajai amulet, dating approximately 15th–17th century (circa 400–600 years old), represents one of the most evocative and spiritually resonan...

This early solid-cast Korean bronze Buddha is a refined and quietly powerful example of East Asian Buddhist sculpture, distinguished by its elegant proportions, assured modeling, and...

18/19thC Tibetan Buddhist Ritual Implements Set in Triangular Iron Box An exceptional and rare antique Tibetan Buddhist ritual implements set, finely cast in iron or steel, housed i...

This exceptional 18th century bronze figure of Hanuman represents the very highest level of craftsmanship encountered in classical Indian devotional sculpture. In over two decades of...

This rare and highly distinctive 18th century or earlier Tibetan bronze Buddha or Bodhisattva represents an exceptional example of Himalayan metalwork from a non-mainstream regional...