Hand-Carved Shan State Buddha Statue

This large and important representation of the historical Buddha, Siddhārtha Gautama, was done in dry lacquer and richly gilt according to Shan-Burmese sculptural traditions. Though...

This sizeable torso is from Ayutthaya, and is one of three pieces that made up a figural sculpture of Buddha. Comprised of elegant curves and soft lines, the details of diaphanous ro...

According to Buddhist tradition, the Buddha had two first Chief Disciples, Sāriputta and Moggallāna. Depictions of these apostles are often found along side Buddha statues on templ...

This exceptionally life-like antique sculpture is carved from linden wood and once decorated a French church or cathedral. The figure stands authoritatively, with right arm raised and index finger extended toward heaven. It probably stood on a base in a side chapel. According to Christian iconography of the period, this gesture signifies that salvation comes only through baptism. The figure wears a girdle of animal fir, probably from a bear, making symbolic reference to St. John the Baptist's life in the wilderness of Judea, between Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. The elegantly carved robe is a baroque element that adds a sense of motion and energy to the artwork. Originally, the sculpture was polychromed, but the original pigments have weathered away and been replaced with whitewash. Repairs, losses, and insect damage are minor and expected due to great age. many vintage and antique religious sculptures...

Often referred to as “Fu Dogs” in western culture, these handsome stone sentinels are iconic gatekeepers seen throughout China and elsewhere in Asia. Traditional symbols of protectio...

Thai temples contained various kinds of carved figures including Buddhas, apostles and angels. This large blessing angel is based on sculptures that flanked altars or entrances. Thai...

A fine example of a hand carved solid wood Oriental Buddha head, in overall good condition, hand painted and the top ornament made of bronze. Mounted on decorative genuine coral...

This small marble head of the Buddha is from the Shan States of Burma and carved from white marble. The face is framed by elongated and intricately c...

A decorative hand carved Thai giltwood standing Buddha on a lotus flower with black square base. The costume is layered and flowing and the facial expression is peaceful with a grin....

A beautifully carved early 19th century Burmese Shan style alabaster Buddha with traces of old color, a sweet smile and a calming, spiritual presence. This piece is in the Bhumisparsa mudra...

A large, finely carved Tang style stone statue of Buddha Amitabha. Depicted with a full-cheeked face below neatly gathered hair and ushnisha, with large eyes, downcast smile and full...

A beautiful hand carved stone statue of Buddha Amitabha. Seated in dhyanasana, Buddha wears a robe elegantly draped over his body and gathered around his ankles. Finely depicted face...