Buddha Statuette, Burma (or Laos), Late 19th – Early 20th Century.

Statuette of a seated Buddha in the bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching posture), his right hand lightly touching the ground, his left resting on his knees. The face features almond-shaped eyes, full features, and lips forming a slight meditative smile. He wears a pointed ushnisha headdress, and his ears are very distended, characteristic of Burmese representations. The monastic robe is finely carved and draped over the left shoulder. The base, decorated with molded relief, has a recessed compartment at the back, formerly used to hold prayers or sacred fragments. Carved and lacquered wood, traces of red polychromy, black lacquer, and remnants of gilding. Some erosion to the base. Height: 41 cm Width: 21 cm BURMA (or Laos), late 19th – early 20th century. "This type of Buddhist statuette corresponds to models from the Mandalay period (1853–1948), with a gentle and symmetrical style, long, tapered hands, and an elegant composition. The hollowed-out base suggests a votive or domestic function, reinforcing the devotional nature of the work." * Shipping costs upon request via DHL