Items Similar to Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of the Infant Buddha
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11
Ming Dynasty Bronze Figure of the Infant Buddha
About the Item
A rare and unusual Chinese Ming Dynasty bronze figure of the Buddha as an infant. The young Prince Siddhartha, who would grow up to become the Buddha, is portrayed standing, one hand pointing to the sky, the other to the ground. He is naked, save for a baby apron decorated with a lotus pattern, one of the symbols of Buddhism. In this depiction, he stands upon a rocky outcrop, a dragon rising up to shower him with water. Remnants of gilding throughout.
This figure of the Buddha represents an event just after his birth in the Lumbini Grove, where he sprang from Queen Maya's side, able to talk and walk. His first action was to point one hand towards the sky, the other towards the earth, and proclaim: "As in the Heavens above, and the Earth below, I alone am the World Honored One. All that exists in the Three Worlds is suffering, but I will bring comfort." Upon this proclamation, the infant Buddha and his mother, Queen Maya, were showered with fragrant blossoms, and streams of pure water.
Figures of the Infant Buddha are often venerated on the Buddha's birthday, where they are showered with purified water.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Ming (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1468-1644
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In excellent condition with no losses or repairs. Wear to the gilding.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU89475156073
About the Seller
5.0
Gold Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are highly rated and consistently exceed customer expectations.
Established in 2001
1stDibs seller since 2010
304 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Austin, TX
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved, Painted and Giltwood Amitayus BuddhaLocated in Austin, TXA 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...Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsWood
- Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of AnandaLocated in Austin, TXAnanda is portrayed in a typical fashion, as a youthful monk with a shaved head and dressed in simple robes. He stands upon a double lotus pedestal with hands clasped in front of him...Category
Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsIron
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXChinese late Ming dynasty bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin (Quan Yin, Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin), 17th century, China The figure well cast in two ...Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Glazed Tall Attendant Figure, 16th-17th Century, ChinaLocated in Austin, TXA tall Chinese green and amber glazed figure of an attendant, Ming Dynasty, 16th-17th century, China. The figure stands upon an integral plinth, dressed in long robes...Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsPottery
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Nanhai Guanyin, 16th/17th Century, ChinaLocated in Austin, TXA decidingly charming Chinese polychromed and gilt cast bronze figure of Nanhai Guanyin, Guanyin of the South Sea, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century, China. Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, is portrayed here as a beatific figure seated upon a raised lotus pedestal over waves. Guanyin is dressed in heavy robes, and wears an elaborate headdress. The small figure of Amitabha Buddha in the headdress positively identifies this figure as Guanyin. Guanyin rests one hand in his lap, holding a cup of pure water said to be able to alleviate all suffering. His other hand is raised, holding a willow branch which is used to sprinkle the healing waters. The two lotus blossoms to either side of Guanyin would originally have supported figures of the acolytes...Category
Antique Early 1600s Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Chinese Carved Wood Bodhisattva Guanyin, Late Ming Dynasty, 17th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXAn attractive carved wood figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, known as Guanyin in China, late Ming Dynasty, early 17th century, China. Guanyi...Category
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsWood, Gesso
You May Also Like
- Rare, Ming-Dynasty, Terracotta Figural ProcessionLocated in Newport Beach, CABeautiful and unusual, hand-molded, painted and glazed, eight-person procession of robed attendants both surrounding, and bearing a litter born on poles. The central figures and litt...Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsTerracotta
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Hand Carved Stone Monkey Sculpture with Infant MonkeyLocated in Yonkers, NYA 19th century Chinese Ming dynasty hand carved stone monkey sculpture. This Chinese sculpture features a monkey figure, sitting on a rock formation, holding a square item, perhaps a...Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsStone
- Chinese Ming Style Bronze Metal Seated BuddhaLocated in Rio Vista, CADiminutive Chinese bronze metal Buddha sculpture depicted sitting. Beautifully crafted in the Ming style with intricate details. The bronze has a rich patinated finish with verdigris.Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsMetal, Bronze
- A large wood Buddha/Guanyin with traces of pigments Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)By MasterLocated in Vienna, ATA LARGE WOOD FIGURE OF GUANYIN WITH TRACES OF PIGMENTS MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) The bodhisattva is shown seated in padmasana, wearing long flowing ro...Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsHardwood
- 17th Century Chinese Ming Bronze Figure of a BoyLocated in Chicago, ILFine cast bronze figures created over 400 years ago during China's Ming dynasty are rare and highly appreciated. In this exceptional example, a spirited young boy stands on a lotus b...Category
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Carved Wood BuddaLocated in Dallas, TXA carved wood Budda from the Shanxi region, made during the Ming Dynasty. The carved figure has an ancient polychrome finish.Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsWood
