9th C. Burmese Sandstone Stele of Buddha
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Southeast Asia, Burma (Myanmar), Pyu region, ca. 9th to 11th century CE. A sandstone fragment of a serene Buddha carving with arched brows and downcast eyes over slightly smiling lips. The figure is framed by a serpentine or leaf-shaped mandorla, and the full stele likely depicted Buddha in a seated, meditative pose. The Pyu city states in modern day Myanmar, were connected by sea trade routes and heavily influenced by Indian culture- by the 4th century Buddhism had largely replaced Hinduism as the primary religion. The mandorla (prabhamandala) symbolizes a cobra hood or giant Naga, from the serpent king Muchilinda, rising behind Buddha protectively. Size: 6.5" W x 8.7" H (16.5 cm x 22.1 cm)
Please note that this piece is a dropship item, meaning that it will be shipping from the consignor?s location. All information regarding condition, size, stone identification, and metal content have been provided by the consignor.
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Provenance: Private West Hollywood, California, USA collection; ex-important private collection, London, UK
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#177338
Southeast Asia, Burma (Myanmar), Pyu region, ca. 9th to 11th century CE. A sandstone fragment of a serene Buddha carving with arched brows and downcast eyes over slightly smiling lips. The figure is framed by a serpentine or leaf-shaped mandorla, and the full stele likely depicted Buddha in a seated, meditative pose. The Pyu city states in modern day Myanmar, were connected by sea trade routes and heavily influenced by Indian culture- by the 4th century Buddhism had largely replaced Hinduism as the primary religion. The mandorla (prabhamandala) symbolizes a cobra hood or giant Naga, from the serpent king Muchilinda, rising behind Buddha protectively. Size: 6.5" W x 8.7" H (16.5 cm x 22.1 cm)
Please note that this piece is a dropship item, meaning that it will be shipping from the consignor?s location. All information regarding condition, size, stone identification, and metal content have been provided by the consignor.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Provenance: Private West Hollywood, California, USA collection; ex-important private collection, London, UK
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#177338
Condition
Fragment of a larger piece as shown with chips and losses. Age and exposure expected wear to surface, otherwise in good condition. The base is pierced for potential mounting.
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9th C. Burmese Sandstone Stele of Buddha
Estimate $1,600 - $2,400
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Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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