Object Details
Catalogue Note
A 19th-century Burmese standing Buddha carved in hardwood, holding a black-lacquered alms bowl with both hands. 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.
The alms bowl
The 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.
Mandalay carving and decoration
The 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.
Condition
Antique 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. Please review all photographs as part of the condition description.
Details
- Origin: Burma / Myanmar
- Date: 19th century
- Tradition: Late Konbaung / Mandalay
- Material: Carved hardwood, lacquer, gilding and mirror glass
- Attribute: Alms bowl / patra
- Dimensions: H 77 × W 30.5 cm
- SKU: 673
