A Monumental Lacquered and Polychrome Wood Figure of Buddha, Burma, Pagan, circa 13th Century
Indian & Southeast Asian Art from the MacLean Collection
A Monumental Lacquered and Polychrome Wood Figure of Buddha
Burma, Pagan, circa 13th Century
Height 61⅝ in. (156.5 cm)
The standing polychromed and lacquered wooden sculpture of the Buddha with his upper garment or sanghati draped over both shoulders, one end gathered in his proper left hand held at the chest, the other pendent by his side with the palm displaying varada mudra or the gesture of benevolence. The Buddha’s face with downcast eyes and slightly smiling lips radiates serenity. He is adorned in an elaborate suite of jewelry which includes a tall, lobed crown, earrings, and a large beaded and embellished pectoral.
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Indian & Southeast Asian Art from the MacLean Collection
A Monumental Lacquered and Polychrome Wood Figure of Buddha
Burma, Pagan, circa 13th Century
Height 61⅝ in. (156.5 cm)
The standing polychromed and lacquered wooden sculpture of the Buddha with his upper garment or sanghati draped over both shoulders, one end gathered in his proper left hand held at the chest, the other pendent by his side with the palm displaying varada mudra or the gesture of benevolence. The Buddha’s face with downcast eyes and slightly smiling lips radiates serenity. He is adorned in an elaborate suite of jewelry which includes a tall, lobed crown, earrings, and a large beaded and embellished pectoral.
Condition Report:
To request a Condition Report, please contact eleanor.jahrling@sothebys.com