Buddhism

  • Antique Wood Gilt Buddha Calling for Rain, Laos (3153PAOK) $1575

    Antique Wood Gilt Buddha Calling for Rain, Laos (3153PAOK) $1575

    $1,575.00
    H: 24.5” Dia: 7″ | CALL 213-568-3030 FOR SHIPPING quote or email [email protected]

    Lao carved Buddha statues are renowned for their delicacy and refinement. This elegant antique Buddha is depicted in the “Calling for Rain” mudra found only in Laos with his half-closed gazing downward in meditation, elegant gestures, lyrical flaring robes and graceful curves of the body reflecting the Buddha’s gentleness.  The curvature,  proportions and oversized head indicate the perfection, wisdom and compassion of the “Enlightened One. He stands on a multi-tiered circular and waisted base.  Carved Laotian images as old and elegant as this are rare.

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  • Sale! Antique Wood Guanyin in Meditation, China #16955BME

    Antique Wood Guanyin in Meditation, China #16955BME

    Original price was: $425.00.Current price is: $300.00.
    H:9.75″    W: 5.6″    D: 3.75″   |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This red lacquer and gilt covered image made for a home altar is a Pure Land Buddhist statue. Although it is a provincial image it has an elaborate headdress and decorative necklace of imperially sanctioned Guanyin images. Her 5-lobed crown is centered with radiating bars symbolizing Amitabha Buddha and his aureole that represents the flames of Buddhism.

  • Sale! Antique Wood Nanhai Guanyin of the South Sea, China #19508BME

    Antique Wood Nanhai Guanyin of the South Sea, China #19508BME

    Original price was: $595.00.Current price is: $395.00.
    H: 9.75″ W: 5″ D: 4.5″ | FREE SHIPPING within continental u.s.!

    Nanhai Guanyin in her Cave in lalitsana, below draped moss arch holding a scrolls with vial of tears of her humanity and parrot, her constant companion. Small Nanhai images with all these symbols in this  condition are very rare.

  • Sale! Antique/Vintage Black Lacquer Monk's Offering Hsun-Ok, Burma/Myanmar #6211BSK

    Antique/Vintage Black Lacquer Monk’s Offering Hsun-Ok, Burma/Myanmar #6211BSK

    Original price was: $695.00.Current price is: $495.00.
    H: 26.25″ Dia: 12.5″ |CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING COST

    Artfully shaped lacquered Hsun Ok for offerings to monks lid with a finial symbolizing a Buddhist stupa and applied mythical animals and floral decorations. Early 20th century pieces with these special details are harder to find and copies abound.

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  • Antique/Vintage Bronze Earth Witnessing Buddha, Burma/Myanmar (3553BLEM) $2575

    Antique/Vintage Bronze Earth Witnessing Buddha, Burma/Myanmar (3553BLEM) $2575

    $2,575.00
    H: 22”  W: 17”  D: 11” | CALL 213-568-3030 FOR SHIPPING

    This finely and delicately modeled vintage Burmese bronze Buddha Shakyamuni in the Earth Witnessing mudra displays many characteristics typical of the Burmese Mandalay style. His soft youthfully sweet face with slightly smiling lips is framed by a filet headband, snail like hair locks, and almond-shaped eyes are inlaid with glass. Made in the 20th century with the lost wax process in which the mold is destroyed, this piece is a one-of-a-kind exquisite work of art in excellent condition.

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  • Sale! Antique/Vintage Red Hsun Ok Offering Vessel, Burma/Myanmar,  H:26"

    Antique/Vintage Red Hsun Ok Offering Vessel, Burma/Myanmar, H:26″

    Original price was: $725.00.Current price is: $495.00.
    H: 26″ Dia: 12.5″|FOR SHIPPING INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected]

    This elegant red lacquer hsun-ok early 20th century has a simple striking silhouette with raised circular layers on a pedestal base and woven vertical bands topped by a tall round finial resembling a Buddhist stupa.

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  • Earth Witnessing Bronze Buddha, Thailand (11246BKE) $395

    Earth Witnessing Bronze Buddha, Thailand (11246BKE) $395

    $395.00
    H: 21”  W: 15.5 ”  D: 9.5” | CALL 213-568-3030 FOR SHIPPING

    The beautiful contemporary bronze Buddha is rendered in Thai Lopburi style in Earth Witnessing (bhumisparsha mudra)  wearing a simple two-part Theravada Buddhist monk’s robe that shows his religious devotion. He sits on a highly decorative pierced throne on a three footed curved base. The composition is a double triangle: the three-footed throne itself is a horizontal triangle as it recedes backward in space, and the Buddha and the throne form a vertical triangle.  The heavy statue is filled with a cement binder, and it is in excellent condition.

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  • Sale! Gilt Covered Nanhai Guanyin with Wisdom Buddhas in her Crown 16247WALK

    Gilt Covered Nanhai Guanyin with Wisdom Buddhas in her Crown 16247WALK

    Original price was: $1,585.00.Current price is: $1,400.00.
    H: 16.5″  W: 6.5″  D: 6.5″  | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING.

    The 5-lobed crown of this rare Nanhai Guanyin contains the 5 Dhyani Tantric Buddhas of Wisdom. Carvings like this that were consecrated for placement on home altars were often covered in gilt as both a display of personal devotion and the wealth of the donor.

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  • Sale! Guanyin on Lotus Throne Amitabha Buddha in Crown 16145PLKE

    Guanyin on Lotus Throne Amitabha Buddha in Crown 16145PLKE

    Original price was: $975.00.Current price is: $775.00.
    H:  15″    W:  6.5″    D:  5.25″    |   FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    The most distinguishing feature of this finely carved Nanhai Guanyin is her elaborate scalloped crown centered by the Amitabha Buddha of Infinite light. In Pure Land Buddhism crowns are believed to bestow a divine and solemn quality to Guanyin images. This serene yet elegant carving is perfect to enhance any personal meditative space.

  • Ming Buddha Shakyamuni with a Wan.    CALL FOR AVAILABILITY 323-568-3030

    Ming Buddha Shakyamuni with a Wan. CALL FOR AVAILABILITY 323-568-3030

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    Ht:31.5″  W: 20″  D: 15″ CALL 213-568-3030 FOR AVAILABILITY INFORMATION

    This rare magnificent image of Buddha Shakyamuni is represented in  meditation position called Ch’ien Pai Yi Hua-shen (the Hundred Billion Human Manifestations) in Chinese, the position the Buddha assume while seeking enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.  Thumbs touching at forming a triangle symbolizing the Three Jewels of Buddhism.

  • Sale! Ming Lacquered Wood Infant Buddha, China H: 17.5"

    Ming Lacquered Wood Infant Buddha, China H: 17.5″

    Original price was: $985.00.Current price is: $650.00.
    H: 17.5 W: 6” D: 5” | FOR SHIPPING Call  213-568-3030 or email [email protected]

    Although this rare Ming image is missing its arms, it is a powerful yet charming sculpture of the infant Buddha as humble and confident with a  youthful torso.

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  • Sale! Ming Wood Shakyamuni Buddha on Lotus Pedestal, China, H:18.75"

    Ming Wood Shakyamuni Buddha on Lotus Pedestal, China, H:18.75″

    Original price was: $2,800.00.Current price is: $2,100.00.
    H: 18.75:  W: 9.75”  D: 9” | Call us AT 213-568-3030 fOR SHIPPING and price information

    Magnificent rare Ming  Buddha covered with dark lacquer, indications of gold and red pigmentation.  Seated in meditation on an elaborate lotus throne, this rare masterpiece would enhance any environment with its spiritual energy and beauty.

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