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Randy Cooper, “Melanie”, Figural Wire Mesh Shadow Sculpture on Wood Base, 1998
Located in San Francisco, CA
An entrancing 1998 “Melanie” wire mesh screen figural shadow sculpture on black wood base by American artist Randy Cooper.
Extremely well-executed ne...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Wire
20th Century Made in Italy Sterling Silver Horse and Knight Armour
Located in VALENZA, IT
Horse in black lacquered resin with a sterling silver armor with Russian 14th century knight in sterling silver armor with golden and enameled details.
Category
1980s Italian Medieval Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Green Apple Lacquer Sculpture w/ Copper Stem by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Apple Sculpture
Green Lacquer
Antique Copper Stem
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Can be placed outdoors but copper stem would patina over time.
Repoussé is the traditional art of han...
Category
2010s Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Copper
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 one of the Five Tathagatas, also known as Dhyani Buddhas or Wisdom Buddhas. More specifically, either Amitabha or Amoghasiddhi. Amitabha is the Buddha of infinite light, and represents the wisdom of observation and recognition. Amoghasiddhi is the Buddha of accomplishment, and represents the wisdom of perfected practices. The size and scale of the Buddha indicates it was made for temple worship.
The large Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana, or full lotus position, with the soles of both feet facing up. His elegant hands, with impossibly long and slender fingers, perform shuni mudra, the gesture of bestowing patience. His right arm is bent at the elbow, the right hand raised to heart level. The left arm resting gently in his lap, the left hand at navel level.
The Buddha is dressed in voluminous robes that wrap around his shoulders and body, and tied at the waist. The heavy fabric draping and pooling elegantly all around his robust body. His broad chest and right arm exposed.
The Buddha's face is both solemn and beatific - his expression seeming to change depending on the angle of view. The most notable feature of his face is the large urna to the center of his forehead, set between a pair of painted, high arching brows over heavily lidded almond shaped eyes. A strong nose is set above a small mouth pursed in an ever so slight smile. Long pendulous earlobes touch his shoulders.
The Buddha's hair arranged in the typical fashion, with "spikes" representing tight curls. A prominent ushnisha rises from the crown of his head, covered by more hair, and topped with a rounded protuberance.
The Buddha is constructed from several blocks of wood, joined, carved and lacquered a deep red-brown with gold flecks...
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Small Song Dynasty Carved Wood Bodhisattva, 13th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A small and very fine Chinese carved sandalwood figure of a bodhisattva, possibly Avalokiteshvara (Guan Yin), Song Dynasty (960 to 1276), circa 13th ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
1980's Postmodern Desk top Apple Envelope Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical 1980's Wood lacquered apple , envelope desk top holder great condition.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Original Japanese Ouchi Doll Hina Set in Box Kawaii Couple Doll
Located in San Diego, CA
Original Japanese Ouchi Doll Hina Set in Box Kawaii Couple Doll like new condition never out of the box very collectible piece.
Category
20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Decorative panel “Eva” in blue lacquered metal. Contemporary work.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Antonine de Saint-Pierre, signed.
“Eva” bas-relief panel, in cut and blue lacquered metal.
Contemporary artist’s work signed and numbered.
Dimensions: H 139 x W 126 x D 8 cm
Ref...
Category
20th Century European Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Japanese Zushi Traveling Shrine of Bishamonten, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous Japanese red lacquer traveling shrine (zushi) protects a miniature statue of Bishamonten, the Buddhist God of Warfare here depicted as an armor-clad warrior. A fearsome protector, he is thought to defend sacred places, punish evil-doers, expel demons and bestow wealth. In this example, Bishamonten stands atop a crouching demon, dressed in finely painted armor...
Category
Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 dhyanasana, the gesture of meditation. The Buddha sits serenely in half lotus position, his hands resting comfortably upon his lap, one on top of the other.
The Buddha is dressed in elaborate robes, cast with floral and foliate designs in high relief. Over his robe, he wears the regalia of Thai kings, with a heavy cape...
Category
Mid-19th Century Thai Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Cubitt car Mascot of Cupid by LE Jeune
By A.E. Lejeune
Located in Dereham, GB
Vintage Cubitt car mascot in the form of brass Cupid with bow & arrow,stamped Cubitts Cupid, R/D LE JEUNE
Cast Brass
original car mascot 1920s
Dimensions: Cupid Figure H 13.5cm x ...
Category
1920s French Baroque Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Korean Carved and Giltwood Buddha, Joseon Dynasty, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime and well carved Korean lacquered and gilt wood figure of Amitabha Buddha (Amita Bul), Joseon Dynasty, early 19th century, Korea.
The Budd...
Category
Early 19th Century Korean Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Very Fine Carved Wood Sculpture of a Sail Boat c1960s MINT!
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Very Fine Carved Wood Sculpture of a Sail Boat c1960s MINT!
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Chanel Addict Black & White Pill Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Addict black & white Pill sculpture with all
structure in resin in lacquered finish. On acrylic base.
Limited Edition of 8 pieces, numbered and s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Resin
20th Century Sterling Made in Italy Silver Horse and Knight Armour
Located in VALENZA, IT
Horse in black lacquered resin with a sterling silver armor with Italian XIV Century Knight in sterling silver armor with golden and enamelled details.
Category
1980s Italian Medieval Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Thai Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
English Modern Chrome & Resin "Le Garcon" Mannequin by Lindsey B
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Modern Chrome & Resin "Le Garcon" Mannequin by Lindsey B.
England , Circa 1980s
A rare iconic design of English Modern, The silver and black lacq...
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Chrome
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Thai Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Teak
Japanese Giltwood Medicine Buddha, Yakushi Nyorai, Muromachi Period 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A striking Japanese late Muromachi Period (1333-1573) lacquered and giltwood figure of Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, seated upon an elaborate car...
Category
16th Century Japanese Edo Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal
1970s Magritte Style Bowler Hat Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Magritte style bowler hat sculpture, Whimsical, lacquered plaster model of a iconic surrealist focal point. Unmarked.
Category
20th Century Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda
Located in Austin, TX
Ananda 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
16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
1930s Art Deco Figure Depicting a Leaping Dog
By P. Belys
Located in Devon, England
Wonderfully stylish 1930s Art Deco figure depicting a leaping dog, very iconic image from the 1930s. Originating from France and made by the artist P. BELYS, the figure is made from ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Metal and Wooden Statue of a Naked Woman, Signed
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful painted metal statue designed and made by Rosario in the 1980s, fine Italian manufacture. Signed.
The statue has a very elegant black wooden base with grass-like grain. On...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Brass Palm Tree Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic stylized brass palm or banana tree sculpture with a graceful form and a custom finish, hand polished and lacquered for easy care.
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Pair of carved and lacquered angels from 1700s Italy
Located in Cesena, FC
Carved and lacquered angels from the 1700s.
Angels all original, never restored.
Wood carvings in the round, carved, lacquered and gilded with "Mecca" technique.
The lacquered com...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Late 19th Century Teak Ozi Goblet Shaped Drum with Black and Red Lacquer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Burmese tribal Ozi goblet shaped teak drum from the late 19th century, with red and black lacquer and calf skin top. Created in Burma during the later years of the 19th century, this tribal drum...
Category
Late 19th Century Burmese Tribal Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Animal Skin, Wood
Postmodern Steel Figural Sculpture
Located in Gravesend, GB
Sculptural lacquered steel seated figure. Condition as shown with heavy wear. Looks great as a shelf piece, bookend or doorstop. Great style perfect for the post-modern home.
Category
1980s European Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Burmese Arakan Bronze Crowned Buddha, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A gorgeous and refined Burmese crowned and adorned seated bronze Buddha, Kingdom of Arakan, Mrauk-U period, 17th century.
The Buddha is portrayed seated in vajrasana upon a high double lotus pedestal, hands in dhyana mudra, a ritual vessel resting in his upturned palms. He is festooned with jewelry – armlets, bracelets, anklets, a double necklace, a jeweled belt, and large earrings. His hair done up in a high chignon, covering the ushnisha, and topped by a stupa shaped finial.
The Buddha wears a large five pointed crown tied with ribbons that flare dramatically behind either ear, and a thin scarf...
Category
17th Century Burmese Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese 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
Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Set of 6 Wooden Chess Pieces, Linden Wood, Handmade Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 6 Ceramic Chess Pieces, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home.
A luxurious chess set designed for the most sophisticated and ambitious...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Ayutthaya Lacquered And Gilt Bronze Buddha Head 15th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
Ayutthaya Lacquered and Gilt Copper Bronze Buddha Head
Circa 15th Century
A beautifully lacquered and gilt bronze Buddha head from the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, Thailand, circa 15th ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Thai Ming Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Table Screen with Soapstone Panel, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Prevalent in fine Chinese interiors as early as the Tang dynasty (618-906), standing screens with decorative stone panels served numerous functions as portable architecture. Used to ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Pair of 1970s Karl Springer Decorative Grapes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare 1970’s find! Made of metal and wood they make the perfect accompaniment to any stylish room. Put the finishing touch on a bookcase, etagere, or coffee table. These chic accessor...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Vintage Lacquered Ceramic Decorative Clown Figure, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This item is made in lacquered ceramic and might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition and r...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
BURMESE STANDING FIGURE - Bronze/Gilt JEWELLED Inlaid Base
Located in Hawthorne, CA
A two-part tall standing cast bronze Buddha figure with jewelled, gilt-inlaid base. Original red lacquer painting in this figure and fully robed design shows throughout this figure. Gorgeous intact expression in the face and body of this female Buddhist figure with every part of her body in wonderful condition. Gilt and jewelled inlays throughout the base make this an exceptional piece in any Central Asian art collection. Circa 1900, BURMESE ART...
Category
Late 19th Century Central Asian Tibetan Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Large Venetian sculpture depicting Saint Paul, from the 1600s, carved in Walnut
Located in Cesena, FC
Sculpture of Saint Paul, an ancient statue
Ancient statue of Saint Paul from the 17th century
Large sculpture depicting Saint Paul, from the 1600s, carved in solid Walnut wood.
Or...
Category
Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage Brass Object Representing a Sail Boat in the style of Hagenauer
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s
This sculpture is made in nickel-plated brass and features a lacquered beech pedestal.
It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be consi...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Vintage Earthware Commedia Mask Ascribable to Eugenio Pattarino, Florence
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This item is made in lacquered earthenware and might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition a...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Pair of Angels on Carved Base from the 1700s
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of Carved Wood Putti on Carved Base from the 1700s are two naked cherubs covered only by their golden loincloths; apparently two heralding angels without wings, they stand on ti...
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pine
Asian Modernist Torchere / Floor Lamp, Attributed to James Mont, 1940s
By James Mont
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Asian Modernist Torchere / floor lamp. Attributed to James Mont 1940s, Classic form, Black lacquered metal standard ,brass ornamentation, detailing. Amazing embossed glass shade boasting oriental woman and floral design. 3-way switch light variation. Perfect addition to your modernist, eclectic...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Brass
Huge 18th century black Virgin with the Child, Rousillon , France or Spain
Located in PARIS, FR
Large Black Virgin and Child, known as "Our Lady of Font-Romeu", in carved wood in two-part applique, polychromed and gilded. The Virgin wearing a high tiara carries the Child on her...
Category
Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
1970s Sculptural Bird Finnish Aarikka Napkin or Letter Holder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Scandinavian Modern wooden sculptural bird napkin holder by Kaija Aarikka. Hand-carved shiny lacquered dark wood stamped under base. Great vintage condition consistent with age and w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 bhumisparsha mudra, the gesture of calling the earth to witness. Seated in full lotus position, with one hand resting in meditation in his lap, the other extended over the knee to touch the ground, this gesture commemorates the moment the Buddha attains enlightenment.
The Buddha is dressed in elaborate robes, cast with floral and foliate designs in high relief. Over his robe, he wears the regalia of Thai kings, with a heavy cape, diamond shaped pectoral, and a winged crown upon his head - all with studded designs in high relief, imitating heavy embroidery...
Category
Mid-19th Century Thai Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Large Seated Maitreya, Lacquered wWod, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Seated Maitreya, lacquered wood, 20thcentury
Maitreya Bodhisatva, seated in a pedestal, with one leg on top of the other, draped robes and a large halo. One hand is almost tou...
Category
20th Century Japanese Tribal Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Putti Sculpture In Lacquered Wood, Italy, 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Large sculpture in cream lacquered carved wood, representing 2 putti on a large vase, celebrating a bacchanal: one of them has a head surrounded by a crown of flowers and brandishes ...
Category
19th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Italian Polish Bronze Sail Boat Sculpture by Emilio Lancia
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful polish bronze sculpture design by renowned Italian designer Emilio Lancia in the 1960s. The sculpture depicts two sail boats sailing in the ocean. The sculpture is constr...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Belzoni, a Racing Car Sculpture, "Blue Lago"
By Belzoni
Located in Paris, FR
Blue Lago
A lacquered and varnished marble composite model of a racing car.
On a marble and lacquered rectangular wood base.
Belzoni finds inspiration in the legendary racing cars ...
Category
2010s French Sporting Art Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
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 dhyanasana, one hand raised in viktara mudra, the gesture of teaching and discourse.
The great bodhisattva is dressed in heavy, loose robes tied at the chest, with a mantle draped over his shoulders. He looks serenely outwards from heavily lidded eyes. Guanyin's face carved beautifully with somewhat feminine features. A large five pointed crown sits upon his head. The larger leaves of the crown carved with indistinct images of the Buddha.
The statue was originally fully lacquered in the deep red gilt lacquer typical of Southern Chinese Buddhist sculpture...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Sunflowers - Sculptural Metal Flower Vase by David Gerstein
By David Gerstein
Located in Cork, IE
This contemporary sculpture was designed and handmade by the internationally recognized painter, sculptor, draftsman, and printmaker David Gerstein.
Part of Gerstein's "Flowers" col...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Lacquered wood sculpture depicting St. Philip Neri
Located in Milano, IT
St. Philip Neri (Florence, 1515 - Rome, 1595) moved to Rome at a very young age and would remain there for the rest of his life. He took courses in theology and philosophy at La Sapi...
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Fir
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo A Set of 2 with structure
in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-em...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Postmodern Lacquered Earthware Decorative Item of a Mermaid In a Bathtub, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
This item is made in lacquered earthenware and might show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be considered as in excellent original condition a...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Burmese Ava Period Carved, Lacquered and Giltwood Buddha, Late 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime and rare late 18th century Burmese Ava period carved, lacquered and gilt Buddha. The historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, is portrayed in bhumisparsha mudra, the gesture of calling the Earth to witness, commemorating the moment the Buddha reached enlightenment.
The Buddha is dressed in patchwork...
Category
Late 18th Century Burmese Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Belzoni, a Racing Car Sculpture, "Modena"
By Belzoni
Located in Paris, FR
Modena
A red lacquered and varnished marble composite model of a racing car.
On a dark lacquered rectangular wood base.
Belzoni finds inspiration in the legendary racing cars ...
Category
2010s French Sporting Art Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Composition, Marble
Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo B Set of 2 Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Samuraï Puppet Musha Nyngyo B Set of 2 with structure
in wood, hand-carved wood, hand-painted wood, hand-lacquered
wood, covered with hand-...
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silk, Wood
Burmese Arakan Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Healing Buddha, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual 18th century Burmese Arakan style red lacquered and richly gilt cast bronze figure of the Crowned Medicine Buddha, commonly referred to as Bhaishajyaguru.
The Supreme Healer is portrayed seated in vajrasana (full lotus position) upon a throne of nine elephants, symbolizing the practice of samatha, or calming the mind (mindfulness) - specifically the nine stages of calm abiding. The hand in his lap holds a jar of healing salve. His other hand rests gently on his knee in varada mudra, the gesture of wish fulfilling, offering a myrobalan seed, a fruit said to be capable of healing emotional ills.
The Healing Buddha...
Category
Mid-18th Century Burmese Antique Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Thai 20th Century Kneeling Ceremonial Temple Monk Lacquered and Gilt Sculpture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Thai kneeling ceremonial monk sculpture from the 20th century with hand painted gilt and lacquer over stone. This 20th-century Thai kneeling ceremonial...
Category
Early 20th Century Thai Lacquered Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stone
