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Antique Marble Seated Buddha Statue Burma Southeast Asia

Creator: Buddha / Buddhism
Offered by: Tishu

Description
Carved with a large block of white marble and painted with gold and other pigments, the Buddha is seated on a lotus throne in an "adamantine position" (vajrasana), with his legs crossed and the soles of both feet turned up. His hands are in the gesture of Bhumisparsha mudra, a common depiction of seated Buddha in Southeast Asia that means calling the earth to witness his steadfastness. The style of this Buddha image is known locally as the "Shan Style", characterized by the typical bell shape of the usnisa (turban) the Buddha worn on his head and his iconic and serene facial expression. After the Burmese capital was moved to Ava in1636 during the Second Empire of the Taungoo dynasty (1551-1752), Buddha images were increasingly made of marble with a smooth finish on the surface and the minimum decoration rendered the image a simple and pure appearance.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Myanmar (Burma)
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	White marble with gold and red pigment.
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	Burma, 18th Century.
Styles / Movements:	Religious, Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	127676

Dimensions

W.	16.5 in;	H.	29 in;	D.	9 in;
W.	41.91 cm;	H.	73.66 cm;	D.	22.86 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.