18th C. Laotian Gilt / Lacquer Wood Devotional Buddha
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Southeast Asia, Laos, ca. 18th century CE. A well-carved wooden enlightened Buddha seated in half lotus position upon a pedestal, all beautifully adorned with red and black lacquer and gold gilding. Buddha's hands display the Bhumisparsha mudra (meaning "touching the earth"), with his right hand over the right knee reaching towards the ground and the palm inward and touching the lotus throne. His left hand lies in his lap with the palm upright. This mudra represents the moment of his awakening, as he defeated the demon Mara, and claimed the earth as his witness to his enlightenment. He wears a sanghati with simple pleats and a long, central sash to the waist, presents a tranquil visage with closed eyes and a gentle smile, with characteristically elongated ears, and a pronounced flamed ushnisha which represents the spiritual intensity of the Buddha. The front side of the pedestal is inscribed with text written in either Burmese Shan or Tai-Kadai, the language of Laos and Thailand. Note, the artistry and careful workmanship involved in creating this piece indicates that it may have been a cherished image from a family shrine. A wonderful example, replete with strong carving technique, lustrous gilding, and religious symbolism. Size: 3.375" W x 8.25" H (8.6 cm x 21 cm)
A bit of history on Buddhism in Laos - Buddhism was introduced to Laos as early as the first millennium CE, but was not widely practiced until the late 13th century. Buddhism was established as the state religion by founder of Lane Xang (1353-1371) but the worship of animist spirits continued to predominate for centuries. By the 17th century, Buddhism had begun to be taught in schools in Laos.
Provenance: Ex-Private Boulder, CO collection acquired at Indochine Gallery
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A bit of history on Buddhism in Laos - Buddhism was introduced to Laos as early as the first millennium CE, but was not widely practiced until the late 13th century. Buddhism was established as the state religion by founder of Lane Xang (1353-1371) but the worship of animist spirits continued to predominate for centuries. By the 17th century, Buddhism had begun to be taught in schools in Laos.
Provenance: Ex-Private Boulder, CO collection acquired at Indochine Gallery
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.
#117847
Condition
Surface wear with losses to gilding and lacquer as shown, a few nicks and abrasions.
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18th C. Laotian Gilt / Lacquer Wood Devotional Buddha
Estimate $300 - $400
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