{"product_id":"pair-nepalese-gilt-bronze-buddhas-early-20th-century","title":"Pair of Nepalese Fire-Gilt Bronze Buddhas – Early 20th Century, 18.5 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e each H 18.5 × W 13 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3.2 kg combined\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze with surviving fire gilding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th to early 20th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nepal, Patan region\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMudras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abhaya Mudra and Dhyana Mudra\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA harmonious pair of seated Nepalese Buddhas from the Newar metalworking tradition of the Kathmandu Valley. One figure raises the right hand in Abhaya Mudra, the gesture of protection and reassurance; the companion rests both hands in Dhyana Mudra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe robes are densely hand engraved with square panels, floral motifs and linear borders. Traces of fire gilding remain on the faces, eyelids, robes and recessed decoration, contrasting with the naturally darkened bronze surface and areas of devotional wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth figures are substantial casts of equal dimensions. Each lotus base is closed with a fitted metal underside plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDhyana Mudra places both hands in the lap and expresses concentration, balance and meditative absorption. Its symmetry reinforces the sculpture’s calm, inward-looking presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurviving gilding, darker recessed areas and wear on raised details create a layered surface. The 19 photographs document the remaining finish, patina, casting and base from multiple viewpoints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361580433738,"sku":"457","price":1980.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/pair-nepalese-fire-gilt-bronze-buddhas-front.jpg?v=1787926060","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/pair-nepalese-gilt-bronze-buddhas-early-20th-century","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}