How do I identify an antique Buddha statue?

Identifying an antique Buddha statue is a specialized skill, which is best learned by studying the history of the preferred materials and techniques that each region used in producing Buddha statues. The simplest way to verify the age of a Buddha statue is to have an expert evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a range of professionally authenticated Buddha statues.

Antique Gold Buddha Statue

Bronze Sculpture From Asia

20th Century Bronze Buddha

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Early 19th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Special Antique Bronze Thai Buddha Statue from Thailand

$30,529

19th century Antique bronze Thai Rattanakosin Buddha statue from Thailand

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Thai Rattanakosin Buddha statue is a fine example of 19th century Thai Buddhist

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19th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

19th century Antique bronze Thai Rattanakosin Buddha statue from Thailand

$518

18th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue Material : bronze 33,8 cm high 20,3 cm wide and 13,4 cm deep

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18th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$4,939

Japanese Antique Buddha Statue Stand/1800-1900/Lacquered Gold Display Stand

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

for installing a Buddha statue, but it seems that only this stand remained after the Buddha statue was

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Wood

Japanese Antique Buddha Statue Stand/1800-1900/Lacquered Gold Display Stand

$700

An Exquisite Antique Buddha Head Statue Southeast Asian

Located in Atlanta, GA

An gilt and lacquered wood Buddha head with displayed on a metal and Lucite stand. stunning

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18th Century Laotian Archaistic Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Gold Leaf

An Exquisite Antique Buddha Head Statue Southeast Asian

$8,800

19th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 44.5

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19th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

19th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$2,909

Special Antique Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 54,4 cm high 37,5 cm wide and 26 cm deep Weight: 14.485 kgs With traces of 24 krt. gilding Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 18th century ...

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18th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Special Antique Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

$15,265

18th Century Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 42,5 cm high 20,5 cm wide Weight: 5.605 kgs Ava style Varada mudra Originating from Burma 18th century Very high quality !.

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18th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18th Century Bronze Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

$10,549

18th century Special antique Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Special antique Burmese Buddha statue Material : lacquerware 99,5 cm high 57,5 cm wide and 38 cm

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19th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18th century Special antique Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$10,775

Large 18th Century Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 50 cm high 28 cm wide Weight: 9.605 kgs Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma Middle 18th century Very rare because of its size and high quali...

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Mid-18th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Large 18th Century Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

$10,775

Special antique bronze Thai Buddha statue from Thailand

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 42,4 cm high 23,9 cm wide and 14,6 cm deep Weight: 6.982 kgs Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Thailand Late 15th / early 16th century Lanna style Very sp...

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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Special antique bronze Thai Buddha statue from Thailand

$21,550

Special Antique Bronze Pyu Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 9,4 cm high 6,2 cm wide and 4,1 cm deep Weight: 0.405 kgs Pyu style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 7-10th century - original from the Pyu period ...

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Special Antique Bronze Pyu Buddha Statue from Burma

$9,877

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue is an impressive early 20th century work in the

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$5,871

Early Antique Bronze Laos Buddha Statue from Laos

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 32,3 cm high 18,3 cm wide and 11, 2 cm deep Weight: 3.594 kgs With inlayed eyes of mother of pearl Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Laos 17th Century Wit...

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17th Century Laotian Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early Antique Bronze Laos Buddha Statue from Laos

$6,286

Special antique bronze Lao Buddha statue from Laos

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 69 cm high 38 cm wide and 23 cm deep Weight: 20 kgs With traces of 24 krt. gilding Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Laos 17-18th century Very nice quality !

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Late 17th Century Laotian Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Special antique bronze Lao Buddha statue from Laos

$11,673

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue is a remarkable example of early 20th century Shan (Tai

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$898

Early 20th century Special old bronze Nepali Aparmita Buddha statue

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This special old bronze Nepali Aparmita Buddha statue is a remarkable early 20th-century

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Special old bronze Nepali Aparmita Buddha statue

$15,265

18th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue is an exceptional 18th-century masterpiece

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18th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$17,061

Large Pang Ham Yati (Monday Buddha) Gilt Bronze Statue

Located in New York, NY

Monday Buddha), holding his hands in a double abhaya mudra. Originally mounted on a pedestal base, its

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19th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Large Pang Ham Yati (Monday Buddha) Gilt Bronze Statue

$7,500

Early 20th century Old wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This old wooden Burmese Buddha statue is a magnificent example of early 20th-century craftsmanship

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Old wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$3,108

Early 20th century Antique Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue is a beautiful representation of early 20th-century

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Antique Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma

$2,418

18th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This exquisite antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue stands at a height of 50.9 cm, with a width of

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18th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$17,061

Fine Antique Burma BurmeseTemple Mandalay Buddha Carved Wood Gold Statue 16 1/2"

Located in San Diego, CA

Fine antique 19c Burmese Southeast Asia temple Mandalay buddha deity hand carved wood statue

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Late 19th Century Southeast Asian Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Gold Leaf

Fine Antique Burma BurmeseTemple Mandalay Buddha Carved Wood Gold Statue 16 1/2"

$3,800

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This exquisite old bronze Nepali Buddha statue is a stunning representation of traditional

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Middle 20th century Old bronze Nepali Buddha statue from Nepal

$6,914

Very Special Antique Bronze Crowned Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

crowned Shan Buddhas that I ever had in my collection ! Very special ! With a small restauration (almost

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17th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Very Special Antique Bronze Crowned Buddha Statue from Burma

$14,525

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

Located in Kastrup, DK

Bronze Buddha depicted in meditation pose sheltered by a Naga (a seven-headed snake). I two parts

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Mid-18th Century Burmese Other Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18-19th Century Bronze Naga Meditating Bronze Buddha Statue

$1,849

19th century Antique Burmese bronze Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

gilded with 24 krt gold leaf, adding to its beauty and value. The intricate details on the statue are

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19th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

19th century Antique Burmese bronze Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma

$7,758

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Immerse yourself in the serene grandeur of this Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue, an early 20th

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$2,604

16th century Very special bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Very special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue Material : bronze 36,8 cm high 18 cm wide and

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

16th century Very special bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$23,439

Very special antique bronze Lao Buddha statue - Lanxan style from Laos

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This very special antique bronze Lao Buddha statue is an outstanding example of 17th century Lanxan

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17th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Very special antique bronze Lao Buddha statue - Lanxan style from Laos

$16,577

18th century Antique bronze Burmese Shan Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Buddha statue is a truly unique and special collectible piece. Standing at 30,2

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18th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

18th century Antique bronze Burmese Shan Buddha statue from Burma

$7,678

15th century Very special antique Tibetan Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra

Located in DEVENTER, NL

The early antique bronze Thai Buddha statue is a captivating and historically significant artifact

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16th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

15th century Very special antique Tibetan Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra

$26,451

Very Special Antique Bronze Shan Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 50 cm high 37,5 cm wide and 22 cm deep Weight: 9.122 kgs With traces of 24 krt. gilding Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 18th ...

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18th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Very Special Antique Bronze Shan Buddha Statue from Burma

$36,597

Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha. A Chinese bronze statue from

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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Chinese Qing Dynasty Bronze Statue of Seated Happy Maitreya Buddha

$1,280 Sale Price

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Large Old Nepali Lokeshwor Statue from Nepal Original Buddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 75 cm high 30,5 cm wide and 27,5 cm deep Weight: 14 kgs Abhaya mudra Originating from Nepal Early 20th century Very nice quality!.

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Early 20th Century Nepalese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Large Old Nepali Lokeshwor Statue from Nepal Original Buddhas

$4,869

Very early antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 22,4 cm high 14,5 cm wide and 8 cm deep Weight: 1.242 kgs Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 15th century - early Ava period Very rare !

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Very early antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$3,401

Special, Very Early Bronze Arakan Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material: bronze 20,5 cm high 14,1 cm wide and 12,3 cm deep Weight: 1.932 kgs With traces of 24 krt. gilding Arakan style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma Laymyo pe...

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Special, Very Early Bronze Arakan Buddha Statue from Burma

$17,855

Early 19th century Antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha statue is a magnificent early 19th-century artifact from

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Early 19th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 19th century Antique wooden Burmese Shan Buddha statue from Burma

$1,393

17th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue - Ava period from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique bronze Buddha statue from the Ava period of Burma (now known as Myanmar) dates back to

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17th Century Thai Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

17th century Antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue - Ava period from Burma

$11,673

Early 20th century Antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue from the early 20th century is an exceptional

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Antique wooden Burmese Mandalay Buddha statue from Burma

$2,604

Japanese Asian Meiji Bronze Gilt Seated Buddha Amida Nyorai Statue Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful serene Japanese Amida Nyorai Buddha statue/sculpture with gilt decoration - likely

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Japanese Asian Meiji Bronze Gilt Seated Buddha Amida Nyorai Statue Sculpture

$795

Japanese Antique Gilt Wood Amitabha Buddha on Loctus Throne Statue

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese carved wood Amitabha (Amida) Buddha statue with residual gold leafed surface circa 19th

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Gold Leaf

Japanese Antique Gilt Wood Amitabha Buddha on Loctus Throne Statue

$6,000

Japanese Bronze Edo Period Buddhist Temple Shrine Buddha Statue Amulet Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A gorgeous Japanese bronze temple shrine Buddha. The small piece has a beautiful aged patina and a

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Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Japanese Bronze Edo Period Buddhist Temple Shrine Buddha Statue Amulet Sculpture

$595

Early 15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This 15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue is a truly unique and special

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$26,040

Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Cast Bronze Buddha Statue Sculpture 1800

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique Early 19th Century Southeast Asian Bronze Buddha statue, Circa 1800. The Buddha

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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Cast Bronze Buddha Statue Sculpture 1800

$800

Early 20 century Varda mudra old bronze Burmese Buddha statue - OriginalBuddhas

Located in DEVENTER, NL

The old bronze Burmese Buddha statue is a captivating and spiritually significant artifact

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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20 century Varda mudra old bronze Burmese Buddha statue - OriginalBuddhas

$2,606

15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

craftsmanship of its time. Bronze statues of this style, size, and from this period are incredibly rare, making

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

15th century Special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$29,632

Early 20th century Rare antique bronze stupa with four bronze Buddha statues

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This rare antique bronze stupa with four accompanying bronze Buddha statues is a distinctive early

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Early 20th Century Nepalese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20th century Rare antique bronze stupa with four bronze Buddha statues

$6,286

15th century Antique bronze Burmese Ava Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique bronze Burmese Ava Buddha statue Material : bronze 29,2 cm high 19 cm wide and 14 cm deep

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

15th century Antique bronze Burmese Ava Buddha statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra

$8,890

16th century - Chiang Sean period Antique 16th century bronze Thai Buddha statue

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This antique 16th-century bronze Thai Buddha statue is an exceptional example of sacred art from

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16th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

16th century - Chiang Sean period Antique 16th century bronze Thai Buddha statue

$16,162

6-8th century Old Important antique bronze Pyu Buddha statue from Nepal

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This important antique bronze Pyu Buddha statue, standing at a height of 13.5 cm, exemplifies the

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15th Century and Earlier Indian Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

6-8th century Old Important antique bronze Pyu Buddha statue from Nepal

$40,407

16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated King Crowned Buddha Statue

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese bronze seated crowned Buddha, or sometimes known as 'King Buddha', wearing diadem

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16th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated King Crowned Buddha Statue

$2,640 Sale Price

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Early 20 Century Antique Carved Bronze 3 Generations of Buddha Statues

Located in Pomona, CA

Three generations of Buddha represents Past, Present and Future three generations of Buddha. They

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

Early 20 Century Antique Carved Bronze 3 Generations of Buddha Statues

$880 Sale Price / set

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15-16th century Very special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Very special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue Material : bronze 36,8 cm high 18 cm wide and

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

15-16th century Very special antique bronze Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$38,796

14-15th century Special Antique Bronze Arakan Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Material : bronze 22,8 cm high 15,5 cm wide and 10 cm deep Arakan style Bhumisparsha mudra 14-15th century Weight: 1,66 kgs Originating from Burma Nr: 3814-11

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15th Century and Earlier Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

14-15th century Special Antique Bronze Arakan Buddha Statue from Burma

$3,479

16th C., Ava, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha Statue on Double Lotus Base

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Antique Burmese bronze Buddha sitting in Mara Vijaya (calling the earth to witness) posture on

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16th Century Burmese Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

16th C., Ava, Antique Burmese Bronze Seated Buddha Statue on Double Lotus Base

$2,400 Sale Price

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19th Century Gold Gilded Bronze Buddha

Located in Vero Beach, FL

19th century gold gilded bronze Buddha A finely cast bronze Buddha statue in gold gilt with

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Gold Buddha Statue

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Bronze

19th Century Gold Gilded Bronze Buddha

$800

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Antique Gold Buddha Statue For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique gold buddha statue you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and gold, every antique gold buddha statue was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique gold buddha statue — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique gold buddha statue bearing hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique gold buddha statue that is appealing in its simplicity, but Enrico Caruso produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Gold Buddha Statue?

The average selling price for an antique gold buddha statue at 1stDibs is $3,600, while they’re typically $270 on the low end and $18,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sculptures-carvings for You

Asian sculptors have worked in materials including wood, bronze and jade. Artists and artisans have used traditional techniques to depict deities, scenes from culture and more, and today, antique Asian sculptures and carvings are a popular choice for provocative and sophisticated home decor.

In China, the Qing dynasty, from the mid-17th century to the early 20th century, brought about significant changes in art while preserving traditional culture. Many emperors during this period were patrons of the arts, such as painting, calligraphy and decorative arts. This era saw the building of new Buddhist temples, which were decorated with statues. Some of these sculptures were adorned with colorful cloisonné decoration, in which tiny compartments, or cloisons, made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface were filled with vibrantly hued enamel.

From the 17th to mid-19th century in Japan, kimonos were worn across classes and often fastened with a netsuke, a type of small carved toggle. Artists carved these from ivory, wood, shells and coral, creating animals, flowers and mythical creatures. During the Japanese Meiji period, spanning from 1868–1912, the country began trading internationally after centuries of isolation, allowing artists to sell their work overseas. Bronze sculpture flourished around this time for creating teapots, vases and incense burners.

Asian sculpture continued to evolve in the 20th century. During the Japanese Shōwa era, from 1926–89, art was influenced by international modernist movements like abstraction, Futurism and Surrealism. Contemporary Asian sculptures and carvings continue to combine global influences and a rich heritage of technique.

Decorating a space with Asian sculptures and carvings is a great way to add interest to any corner of your home. Explore by material, period or style on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Gold Buddha Statue

How do I identify an antique Buddha statue?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Identifying an antique Buddha statue is a specialized skill, which is best learned by studying the history of the preferred materials and techniques that each region used in producing Buddha statues. The simplest way to verify the age of a Buddha statue is to have an expert evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a range of professionally authenticated Buddha statues.

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