{"title":"Buddha Statues Under €500","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop \u003cstrong\u003eBuddha statues under €500\u003c\/strong\u003e selected for craftsmanship, character and collecting appeal. This collection is designed for buyers looking for an accessible original piece rather than mass-produced decor, with examples that may include older bronze, wood, stone and related Buddhist sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrice does not automatically mean low quality. Smaller scale, later date, simpler finish or regional availability can make an interesting Buddha more affordable while preserving the qualities collectors look for: handwork, material character, iconography and an individual surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAffordable Buddha statues for new and established collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this collection as an entry point, then explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/antique-buddha-statues\"\u003eantique Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collector-pieces\"\u003eCollector Pieces\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bronze-buddha-statues\"\u003ebronze Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wooden-buddha-statues\"\u003ewooden Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e. Each listing shows the actual available object with dimensions, condition and material information.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"himalayan-inspired-buddha-head-bronze-20th-century","title":"Himalayan-Inspired Buddha Head – Bronze, 20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA substantial hollow-cast bronze Buddha head in a Himalayan-inspired style, probably made during the 20th century. The sculpture combines a broad meditative face, long pierced earlobes, tightly modelled hair curls and a raised ushnisha with a warm brown copper-alloy surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStyle and iconography\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe urna on the forehead, elongated earlobes and ushnisha are established attributes of Buddha imagery. 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The green surface is a decorative verdigris patina that enhances the relief and should not be read as archaeological corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with stable patinated surface and minor handling wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented without the full body, a Buddha head concentrates attention on the meditative expression, elongated earlobes, hair treatment and ushnisha. Surface and silhouette become especially important to the sculpture’s impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hollow-cast bronze surface shows the tonal variation, patina and raised-detail wear described in the catalogue note. 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We catalogue the work as vintage and do not use the patina to imply archaeological or medieval age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with small surface variations and light wear from display and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented without the full body, a Buddha head concentrates attention on the meditative expression, elongated earlobes, hair treatment and ushnisha. Surface and silhouette become especially important to the sculpture’s impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bronze surface shows the tonal variation, patina and raised-detail wear described in the catalogue note. The 10 photographs document the sculpture from multiple angles, including the reverse and base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361446379850,"sku":"628","price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/vintage-thai-u-thong-style-buddha-head-bronze-27cm-surface-and-patina-detail-01.jpg?v=1787913694"},{"product_id":"vintage-shan-style-buddha-head-bronze-31cm","title":"Vintage Shan-Style Buddha Head – Bronze, 31 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large vintage Buddha head inspired by Shan sculpture from Myanmar, with elongated features, soft facial modelling and carefully repeated hair curls. 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The sculpture is therefore catalogued without an antique claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood decorative condition with minor surface wear consistent with handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361447395658,"sku":"617","price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/gilt-bronze-buddha-bhumisparsha-mudra-15cm-catalogue-view-01.jpg?v=1787918934"},{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-guanyin-cast-metal-mid-20th-century-16cm","title":"Vintage Chinese Guanyin – Cast Metal, Mid-20th Century, 16.5 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small Chinese image of Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, hollow-cast in a copper-rich alloy with a warm brass- to bronze-toned surface. The slender figure is defined by a calm expression, tall headdress and long flowing robes rather than elaborate ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guanyin \/ Kwan Yin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Probably mid-20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hollow-cast copper alloy \/ cast metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe alloy is described conservatively as copper alloy\/cast metal because visual inspection alone cannot reliably distinguish brass from bronze. The figure is catalogued as vintage and probably mid-20th century rather than being given an unsupported antique attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCasting and Manufacture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture is hollow-cast, a construction method widely used for Chinese devotional figures. Hollow casting by itself does not prove age: traditional core-based techniques remained in use well into the 20th century. For that reason, the date is assessed together with modelling, finishing, surface wear and patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePatina and Surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surface shows warm copper-alloy tones, darker recessed areas and light wear on raised details. 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The 9 photographs document the sculpture from multiple angles, including the reverse and base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361510375754,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/nepalese-shakyamuni-buddha-hand-chased-bronze-1960-12cm-front-view-01.jpg?v=1787914789"}],"url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/collections\/buddha-statues-under-500.oembed?page=8","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}