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Though territorially part of Burma, the Shan States developed their own distinct artistic style. During the 18th century, Shan Buddha sculpture became particularly sophisticated and elegant. Finely and realistically molded, the face exudes sweetness and serenity. The Tai-Shan (Tai Yai) people are belived to have…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-8084
- Provenance/Origin: Shan carving, 18th Century, monastery in Mogok Myanmar
- Composition: Wood with gold gilt and blue paint
- Dimensions: 7.25" tall x 2.75" wide x 2.0" deep
- Weight: 0.75 pounds
- Price: $ 465.00 USD
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Typical of Northern Thai Buddhas, this stunning statue lacks many of the ornate designs seen in many Buddha statues as seen earlier and more recently. Simplicity is better because it allows followers to concentrate more on the spirituality aspect. Acquired 30 years ago in The golden…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-0069
- Provenance/Origin: Northern Thailand. 17/18th Century
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 15" tall x 7" at widest x 3.5" deep
- Weight: 8.5 pounds
- Price: $ 1,175.00 USD
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A very special and rare find! The Tai-Shan people are believed to have migrated from Yunnan China. The Shan – who call themselves Tai – form one section of the large Tai ethnic group. They span from1315 to 1948. This particular Buddha is…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-7203
- Provenance/Origin: Early 18th Century. Burma.
- Composition: Wood (most likely teak). Lacquer. Gold gilt.
- Dimensions: 18" tall x 10" wide x 6" deep
- Weight: 7 pounds
- Price: $ 2,100.00 USD
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Detail: This statue is a museum quality late-18th Century Shan Buddha. The lines and features are a lot more refined compared to the 17th Century Shan Buddha that I am offering (search: 17th Century Bronze Shan Burmese). It has a gorgeous coloring and the detail is…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-1206
- Provenance/Origin: Burma. Late 18th Century
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 7.75" tall x 4.5" widest at base
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Price: $ 575.00 USD
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Detail: This unbelievable 17th Century Buddha is a classic Shan Buddha from the Shan States. The detail and coloring are superb and the iconography is accurate for a late 17th Century date. This Buddha sits on a throne in the Bhumisparsa mudra posture calling the earth to…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-3272
- Provenance/Origin: Northern Burma. Shan States. Circa late 17th Century
- Composition: Wood
- Dimensions: Statue: 21" on base x 7.75" at widest. Museum Base: 8.5" tall x 5.5" wide
- Weight: 5.25 pounds on base
- Price: $ 1,875.00 USD
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Detail: This statue is a museum quality mid-17th Century Shan Buddha with its “classic” style of simple lines and features. Much less “decorative” than the Buddhas of the late 18th and 19th Centuries. This particular Buddha was found buried in a temple garden in Mai Sai in…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-6681
- Provenance/Origin: Mai Sai, Northern Thailand. Circa mid-17th Century.
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 8.25" tall x 3.75" at widest
- Weight: 2.5 pounds
- Price: $ 765.00 USD
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A recently excavated 18th Century Shan period disciple sitting on a wire/wood base. These statues are commonly found along the walls of temples. This is an authentic piece and very rare. . . . especially in this perfect condition. Charcoal or chalk were…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-4443
- Provenance/Origin: Burma, 18th Century
- Composition: Alabaster
- Dimensions: 12.5" on stand; 10" disciple alone
- Weight: 4 pounds
- Price: $ 860.00 USD
