Mahayana Buddhism

Mahayana meaning ”Great Vehicle,” is the largest school of Buddhist thought in the world, practiced mainly in China, Japan, Korea Taiwan, Tibet and Mongolia. It was created as a result of the great schism from Theravada Buddhism after the Second Buddhist council in 383 B. C.E. The three main aspects of Mahayana Buddhism are the importance of the sutras, meditation and the bodhisattvas along with the communities they serve. Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who have chosen to remain in the human realm and assist other sentient beings in achieving enlightenment rather than entering nirvana. Bodhisattvahoodis the goal of the Mahayana which requires a resolve to win full enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings. Mahayana acknowledges human weaknesses and offers help in salvation through the use of the Bodhisattvas. It is a very inclusive form of Buddhism, absorbing beliefs of indigenous religions and accepting different gods and spirits into its massive pantheon and was very influenced by Taoist and Popular Religion ideologies.

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    Antique Guanyin Held Up by Demons, China #16208VRKE

    Original price was: $5,200.00.Current price is: $4,000.00.
    H: 45″ W 17.75″ D: 11.5″ | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING

    Buddhist statues like this Guanyin held up by 4 grotesque creatures in the realms of hell warn us to be more diligent in our spiritual efforts and actions. Demons do not remain demons forever and remind us that people, like demons, can change in their constant transition toward enlightenment. Not harmful, demons are just obstacles – greed, aversion, and ignorance – that we must respect and overcome through good deeds and thoughts,

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    Antique Guanyin in Royal Ease (Lalitsana), China, #16910BOE

    Original price was: $525.00.Current price is: $450.00.
    H: 10.75″   W: 5.5″   D:  4.5″  |  FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL US!

    Placed on a lotus throne that is used only for Buddhas or bodhisattvas, this white clad Guanyin sits in lalitsana, the position of royal ease symbolizing her regal status as presider over both the material the spiritual worlds. Her hands are in karana mudra, the Taoist gesture to expel evil, remove problems and rid sickness or other negativities rarely used for Guanyin. Mounted on an acrylilc.

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    Antique Guanyin with Amitabha in Crown, China #16380B-LOK

    Original price was: $1,300.00.Current price is: $750.00.
    H: 13.75”  W: 7”  D: 4.5” | CALL 213-568-3030 or email [email protected] for shipping

    This  delicately detailed Guanyin statue in meditation on a two-tiered backless throne has flowing braids, simple necklace, and voluminous robes indicating her regal status, while her pendulous ears, compassionate downcast eyes, serene contemplative expression, and calm smile symbolize her enlightened status. The image’s distinguishing feature is its deeply carved three-part diadem (crown) centered with a carved Amitabha Buddha on lotus throne surrounded by an aureole.

     

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    Antique Guanyin with Crown in Meditation, China #16467PRK

    Original price was: $535.00.Current price is: $395.00.
    Ht: 10.5”  W: 5.5”  D: 4” | FREE SHIPPING in continental u.s.!

    Guanyin is portrayed in this gilt and lacquer carving seated on a lotus with her hands in the lap in meditation mudra  atop a decorative footed stand in elegantly draped robes. In this regal form, she wears a 5-lobe crown with a cross hatch design in the center while her hair rests atop her head in a bun encircled within the crown.

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    Antique Guanyin with Lobed Crown, China #16151LME

    Original price was: $475.00.Current price is: $300.00.
    H: 11.6 ”    W: 5.3 ”    D: 4.25 ”    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This provincial Guanyin made for a home altar sits in anjali mudra. Portrayed as a humble, approachable figure, she wears a 5-lobed diadem, hair in a chignon, braids draping down her shoulders, and a modest robe. She sits on a unique footed lotus throne of stacked lotuses, the Buddhist symbol of purity, flowering of the mind, and freedom from the world’s darkness.

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    Antique Guanyin, Amitabha in Crown #16837HEM

    Original price was: $1,495.00.Current price is: $1,330.00.
    H: 33.5″ W: 33″  D: 10″ |  call  213-568-3030 or email [email protected] for shipping

    Statues like this vibrant Guanyin, especially popular during the Qing dynasty, epitomizes the best of folk art spiritual traditions of provincial artisans who replaced imperial constructs with provincial depictions that combined Buddhist, Taoist and Popular Religion traditions. Her high crown is centered with Amitabha Buddha surrounded by swirling florals, the indented urna (third eye) on her forehead would have held a cut glass. Humble, charming and approachable portrayals of Guanyin like this were placed in homes and small community temples.

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  • Antique Lacquered Wood r Hooded Monk (Lohan), China (16098BSK) $695

    $695.00

    Early Chinese Mahayana images portrayed Lohans as followers of the Buddha, living in the human world in human forms .Through their spirituality and asceticism they achieved enlightenment and were no longer subject to rebirths but choose to not enter nirvana and remain as guardians to preserve Buddhist teachings, protect the Buddhist faith and lead others…

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    Antique Large Buddha in Teaching Mudra, China (17013BREM) CALL FOR PRICE

    Original price was: $4,500.00.Current price is: $2,959.00.
    H: 30″  W: 18″  D: 10″ | CALL 213-568-3030 FOR SHIPPING AND PRICE INFORMATION

    This superb, colorful and rare carved Buddha is seated in vitarka-mudra, the teaching hand position. His delicately carved calm face has a benevolent and compassionate expression with a slight reassuring smile. The elegant body appears to float above deeply carved swirls reminiscent of clouds. Fine facial features, the graceful body and exquisitely carved and painted drapery make this a truly impressive and striking image. Given its size and masterful carving , it should hold a place and be revered commensurate with its spirituality and artistry.

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    Antique Large Guanyin on Lotus Throne, China #16211RKE

    Original price was: $4,750.00.Current price is: $3,300.00.
    H: 31.75″  W: 11.25″   D: 6.5   |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING.

    In this Pure Land large provincial carving Guanyin is more human and humble than idealized. The center lobe of this splendid oversized crown with gold has a deeply carved rustic Amitabha Buddha on a lotus surrounded by a pointed aureole. She is less formal with bright colored peasant garments, a relaxed laitsana pose with both legs relaxed and bent, bare feet dangling above the pedestal and her less formal teaching hand position. Quite unusual, it is a charming, innocent portrayal of a spiritual  subject.

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    Antique Massive Lacquered Guanyin in Vitarka, China #5689SEME

    Original price was: $12,000.00.Current price is: $7,500.00.
    H: 42”  W: 25”  D: 27.5” | FOR SHIPPING Call 213-568-3030 or email [email protected]

    This powerful, exquisite and rare almost life-size Guanyin seated in teaching mudra to spread the dharma, radiates serene spiritual energy. To optimally enjoy this statue, she should be placed in an elevated position as it was modeled to be viewed from below. Magnificently carved and covered with lacquer, this statue will fill any environment with meditative tranquility.  Authentic Buddhist carved images of this size, beauty, quality, and shape are very difficult to find, especially after China’s modernization.

     

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    Antique Ming Songzi Guanyin, Bestower of Children, China #16057BAK

    Original price was: $1,350.00.Current price is: $1,100.00.
    H: 11”  W: 5.75”  D: 5.125” | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This very rare and fine 16th century home shrine image displays the benign and compassionate countenance of Songzi Guanyin the “Bestower of Children.”  With round face and joyful half-closed and eyes, she looks lovingly at the child whose arm is draped over hers.and leans slightly forward,  wearing a 5- lobed crown centered with a camellia flower a Chinese symbol of young sons and daughters. The inscription on the back dates the piece to 1521-1567

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    Antique Nanhai Guanyin of the Southern Seas, China #19414BLK

    Original price was: $750.00.Current price is: $500.00.
    H: 9.5 ”  D:  4.5″    |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This white hooded Nanhai Guanyin sits in her Cave o Mount Putuo below an arch of openwork draped moss and barbed rocks, a vial and parrot at her side, holding scrolls that represent the sutras with which she is associated. She sits in modified lalitsana atop an open lotus symbolizing purity and enlightenment surrounded by 2 closed lotuses symbolizing the potential for enlightenment.This rare provincial image was used for placement on a home altar.

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