{"title":"Wooden Buddha Statues","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop \u003cstrong\u003ewooden Buddha statues\u003c\/strong\u003e selected for age, carving quality, surface and regional character. Across Southeast Asia, wood has long been used for temple and devotional sculpture, often finished with lacquer, gold leaf, pigment or natural oils. Over time these surfaces can develop the wear, cracking and layered patina that make an old wooden Buddha visually distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection includes carved Buddhas from Burma (Myanmar), Thailand, Laos, China and other Asian traditions, from smaller household devotional figures to larger temple sculptures. Teak and other dense hardwoods are especially associated with Burmese and Thai carving, while lacquered and gilded surfaces often preserve traces of ritual use and repeated restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAntique wooden Buddha statues for collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe consider carving style, construction, tool marks, surface layers, natural ageing and iconography when describing an older wooden sculpture. Regional traditions can differ strongly in facial expression, robe treatment, throne design and proportions, making origin an important part of understanding the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee also our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/antique-buddha-statues\"\u003eantique Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/burmese-buddha-statues\"\u003eBurmese Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/thai-buddha-statues\"\u003eThai Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/large-buddha-statues\"\u003elarge Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-burmese-jambupati-buddha-gilt-wood-glass-mosaic-1900","title":"Antique Burmese Jambupati Buddha – Gilt Wood \u0026 Glass Mosaic, ca. 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurma (Myanmar) | Mandalay tradition | ca. 1900 | Carved wood, lacquer, gilding and glass mosaic | H 48 × W 33 cm | 4.8 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis richly decorated Burmese Buddha represents \u003cstrong\u003eJambupati\u003c\/strong\u003e, the royal manifestation of the Buddha. Instead of a plain monastic robe, the figure appears in elaborate courtly dress, with raised ornament, a decorated headband and coloured and mirrored glass inlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha sits in padmasana and performs \u003cstrong\u003ebhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the earth-touching gesture associated with the moment of enlightenment. The separately inlaid eyes give the face unusual immediacy, while the worn gold surface and deep red lacquer preserve the layered character of Burmese devotional sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eJambupati and Burmese royal imagery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the Jambupati tradition, the Buddha assumes the appearance of a universal monarch. The imagery became especially prominent in Burmese art, where royal regalia, elaborate garments and jewel-like decoration were used to express spiritual authority through the visual language of kingship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThayo relief and glass mosaic\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe raised ornament is formed in \u003cem\u003ethayo\u003c\/em\u003e, a traditional Burmese lacquer-based relief technique applied over the carved wooden core. Small pieces of green and mirrored glass are set into the decoration to imitate precious stones. Surviving gilding, red lacquer and local losses reveal the sculpture's historic surface rather than a uniform modern finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jambupati Buddha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burma \/ Myanmar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mandalay tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th–early 20th century, ca. 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved wood, lacquer, thayo relief, gilding and glass\/mirror mosaic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bhumisparsha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 48 × W 33 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAge-related wear is visible throughout, including losses to gilding and lacquer, missing or damaged pieces of glass mosaic, shrinkage cracks in the wood and old wear to the underside. The inlaid eyes remain present. 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The contrast is particularly effective across the robe, hair and base, where the decoration remains visible despite extensive age-related wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha is seated in virasana. His right hand reaches toward the earth in \u003cstrong\u003ebhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the left hand rests palm-up in the lap. The lowered eyes, elongated earlobes and high ushnisha give the figure the composed presence associated with late Burmese devotional sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMandalay-period decorative tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture belongs to the broad decorative tradition associated with Mandalay and late Konbaung-period workshops. Raised gilded ornament and glass or mirror inlay were used to enliven wooden Buddha images intended for religious interiors. 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At 102 cm long, it is substantial enough to have a strong sculptural presence while remaining manageable for a private collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha lies on his right side with the head supported by the hand, a posture closely associated with images of the Buddha's \u003cstrong\u003eParinirvana\u003c\/strong\u003e. The calm horizontal composition contrasts with the rich surviving surface, where generations of wear have exposed different layers of the original finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e19th-century Burmese reclining Buddha\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReclining Buddha images occur throughout mainland Southeast Asia, but Burmese examples developed their own proportions, facial conventions and lacquer traditions. This sculpture is attributed broadly to Burma in the 19th century. 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Measuring 87 cm high and 79 cm wide, the sculpture combines red and pale polychrome, gold-toned decoration and small mirror-glass inlays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMandalay tradition in the 20th century\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe broad seated posture, serene face and ornate robe continue visual conventions associated with Mandalay Buddhist sculpture. This example is deliberately catalogued as a circa-1970 work rather than as a 19th-century temple image, illustrating how established Burmese forms remained active in later workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right hand reaches down toward the earth while the left rests in the lap. This is bhumisparsha mudra, the earth-touching gesture associated with the Buddha’s enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWood and decorative surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture is built from substantial carved wooden sections and weighs 28.4 kg. 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The restrained face emerges from a field of deep, rhythmic tool marks, creating a strong contrast between meditative expression and raw timber.\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\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1970–1990\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid carved wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 159 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCarving \u0026amp; Presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculptor deliberately retained knots, fissures, irregular edges and broad gouge marks as part of the composition. The reverse is also worked and incorporates practical handles. The heavy wooden base is fitted with locking casters, allowing the sculpture to be positioned despite its considerable mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVintage condition with natural drying cracks, surface wear and movement inherent to a large solid-wood sculpture. 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The Buddha sits in \u003cstrong\u003eBhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the earth-touching gesture associated with the moment of enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRather than relying on painted decoration alone, the surface is physically constructed in layers. Raised thayo patterns define borders, garments and architectural elements; gold leaf unifies the relief; individually placed mirror and glass fragments then catch changing light across the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThayo and glass mosaic\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThayo is one of the distinctive decorative techniques of Burmese lacquer craftsmanship. A relief medium is formed and applied over the prepared surface before gilding and inlay. Here it provides the framework for a dense mosaic of reflective elements. The result would have been particularly effective in a temple or shrine interior illuminated by moving natural light, candles or oil lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSurface history\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eClose examination shows old craquelure in the lacquer, rubbing to the gilding, local losses and variation between individual glass and mirror elements. 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Measuring 77 cm high, the sculpture is associated with the late Konbaung and Mandalay traditions of Myanmar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMandalay Buddhist sculpture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe elongated standing form, serene facial expression and richly ornamented robe belong to the decorative language of 19th-century Burmese Buddhist sculpture. Small mirror-glass elements set into raised lacquer decoration catch the light around the robe and headband, contrasting with the worn gold-toned surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWood, lacquer and glass\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe figure is hand carved from hardwood and finished with traditional lacquer layers, surviving gilding and mirror-glass inlay. Age-related wear has exposed darker lacquer and underlying wood in places, creating a naturally varied historic surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique condition with shrinkage cracks, surface wear, small losses to gilding and glass, and naturally aged lacquer. 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The 77 cm figure is decorated with surviving gilding, lacquer relief and mirror-glass inlay and is associated with the late Konbaung and Mandalay traditions of Myanmar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe alms bowl\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe centrally held bowl refers to the monastic practice of receiving alms and to the values of simplicity, discipline and non-attachment. This attribute distinguishes the sculpture from the more common standing Buddha images with open-hand gestures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMandalay carving and decoration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe figure combines a serene face and elongated standing posture with richly decorated robe borders. Mirror-glass elements are set into raised lacquer work, while worn gilding reveals red and dark underlying layers in areas of greater use and exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique condition with age-related cracking, wear to gilding and lacquer, small losses and surface variation. The black-lacquered bowl remains a prominent part of the composition. 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Its pale face, bright yellow robe and extensive craquelure give the figure a distinctive late-20th-century character rather than the appearance of an earlier antique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myanmar (Burma)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1969\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mandalay tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved wood with layered painted and lacquered finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSurface \u0026amp; Dating\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe white facial coating and yellow robe show a dense network of age-related cracks. 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The carving has affinities with the direct, expressive approach often described as Enku-inspired, but it is not presented as a work by Enku or his historical circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with mild handling wear, small surface marks and natural variation in the wood. The object is catalogued as a modern traditional carving rather than an antique temple image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuanyin, Avalokiteshvara or Chenrezig is the bodhisattva of compassion. Crown, lotus, vase and hand gestures vary by region, but the subject consistently embodies attentive mercy and aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carved hinoki wood retains visible grain, tool-work and naturally varied colour. 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The compact fragment is particularly effective as a cabinet sculpture because the surviving facial modelling remains calm and complete despite the object's fragmentary nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSurface \u0026amp; Decoration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brow band retains green and red glass tesserae alongside aged mirrored elements. Fine painted details survive around the eyes, while the lacquer and gilded surface show the soft wear expected of an older devotional fragment. An earlier catalogue record dates this 20.5 cm Ava-style fragment to the 19th century; the date is retained here as an estimated attribution because the exact parent sculpture and workshop remain unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFragmentary antique condition by nature, with wear, losses to decorative surfaces and age-related patina. 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