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THB18th C. Burmese Brass Seated Buddha w/ Acolytes
Lot 83b
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Southeast Asia, Burma (modern day Myanmar), Shan Province, 18th century CE. A finely cast brass statue of Buddha seated atop a lotus pedestal, flanked by a pair of praying acolytes. Presenting with a classic meditative pose with legs crossed and hands displaying the Bhumisparsha mudra atop an integral lotus throne, the Buddha possesses a tranquil expression, nicely modeled with steadfast eyes and presents wonderful characteristic details such as a curled coiffure, flame ushnisha symbolizing the power of his enlightenment, and elongated ears signifying his renunciation of materialistic wealth. Size: 12.5" W x 18.7" H (31.8 cm x 47.5 cm)
One interpretation of the Buddha's long ears: When Buddha was a prince, he wore heavy ear jewelry. Once he became an ascetic, Prince Gautama renounced all materialistic wealth but his ears remained stretched. Another interpretation is that these long ears symbolize compassion, for the enlightened one can hear the cries of suffering throughout the world.
Buddhas can display various mudras (hand gestures/poses) that represent historical moments in Buddha's life, forms of meditation, or a symbolic combination of both. This Buddha displays the Bhumisparsha (earth touching) mudra, with the right hand placed over the right knee, palm inward, reaching towards his lotus throne and beyond this, the earth. He places his left hand in his lap with the palm upwards toward the celestial realm. This mudra represents the moment of his awakening, as Buddha defeated the demon Mara, and claimed the earth as his witness to his enlightenment. An impressive example of Buddhist visual culture, replete with immense artistry and numerous layers of meaning. A breathtaking symbol of peace, representing wisdom, balance, generosity, and compassion.
Provenance: private Boulder, Colorado, USA collection, ex-Indochine Gallery, Colorado, USA, acquired in 1998
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#157501Repair to left hand of left acolyte with light adhesive along break line at wrist. One stable fissure across midsection of Buddha, with light encrustations within some recessed areas, slight bending to attachment tangs beneath acolytes, and minor indentations to base periphery. Great patina and preservation of details throughout. According to the current owner, a clear coat of lacquer was applied to reduce oxidation.Condition
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