Antique Chinese Polychrome Decorated & Carved Wood Buddha

Description

Likely Chinese, late 19th to early 20th century.
This carved buddha figure traditional features including elongated ears, draped robes, a lotus blossom support and raised hands. The buddha has the characteristics of wisdom, compassion, power, activity, merit, qualities, blessings and aspirations. Among many of the Asian cultures, Buddhism is one of the world's largest religions and originated 2,500 years ago in India. Buddhists believe that the human life is one of suffering, and that meditation, spiritual and physical labor, and good behavior are the ways to achieve enlightenment, or nirvana.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: General paint loss commensurate with age and use. This statue was outside for over 15 years. Face likely repainted.

Dimensions:
Height: 46.75 in.
Width: 11.25 in.
Depth: 10 in.

Category: Sculpture
Origin: China
Materials & Techniques: Paint, Wood

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; General paint loss commensurate with age and use. This statue was outside for over 15 years. Face likely repainted.

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Antique Chinese Polychrome Decorated & Carved Wood Buddha

Lot 0048

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