A Carved and Ebonised Figure of the Seated Buddha

Buddha seated in padmasana on a double lotus throne, one hand raised in vitarka mudra and a small pagoda held in the lap. Behind the figure rises a finely pierced, flame-edged mandorla carved with scrolling karakusa foliage and lotus blossoms. Dark, richly patinated finish resembling bronze; octagonal base carved with floral panels. The base and mandorla are later than the figure.

A Carved and Ebonised Figure of the Seated Buddha

Stock number:69

Material:Carved and ebonised wood

Place of origin:Japan

Period:Figure: late Edo period; lotus throne and mandorla: early 20th century

Condition:The Buddha: no losses; old splits between the legs, at the right-hand shoulder and at the elbow of the left arm. Mandorla intact. Splits to the gaps of the throne.

Stock number:69

Material:Carved and ebonised wood

Place of origin:Japan

Period:Figure: late Edo period; lotus throne and mandorla: early 20th century

Condition:The Buddha: no losses; old splits between the legs, at the right-hand shoulder and at the elbow of the left arm. Mandorla intact. Splits to the gaps of the throne.

Dimensions: H51 x W28 x D26

1 available£2,800

A Carved and Ebonised Figure of the Seated Buddha

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