Fine Burmese Gilded Bronze Sakyamuni Buddha, the Historical Buddha, making the earth-touching gesture with his right hand, and the meditating gesture with his left hand. From the Northern Shan state of Burma. Traces of gilding. 9.25 inches (23.5 cm) high.
Burmese Bronze Sakyamuni Buddha, the Historical Buddha, making the earth-touching gesture with his right hand, and the meditating gesture with his left hand. From the Northern Shan state of Burma. Traces of gilding. 8.75 inches (22 cm) high.
Rare 18th Century Burmese Wood Doll with Leather Skirt, Articulated Arms, and Painted Leather Hat Acquired from Ohly's of London in 1976. 10 inches, 25.5 inches. From the collection of a prominent author on and collector of Asian art.
This striking piece with its gorgeously rendered dragon would have been used for weaving textiles. It has a very rich patina. 18 x 2.5 inches, 46 x 6.5 cm.
