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Burmese Artist, Mandalay Period Buddha, 1800s, Gilded Bronze

$3,976item

Liège, BE

Condition Notes: Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less

Description: Ancient burmese image of the historic shakyamuni buddha, in bronze, refined gilding mixed with red bowl as well as a … more Ancient burmese image of the historic shakyamuni buddha, in bronze, refined gilding mixed with red bowl as well as a vestige of mica on the edge of his face. Mandalay period around 1860. This posture of buddha seated with his hands in bhumisparsha mudra, symbolizes the moment when shakyamuni attains enlightenment while meditating under the bodhi tree, he touches the earth to call the goddess bhumi to bear witness to his victory over mara, demon of obstacles, who tries to prevent his awakening through temptation, fear and desire. Provenance: estate of the art dealer claude de marteau, sold with certificate of provenance. H 50 cm x d 21 cm x w 39 cm. less

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