Buddha Statues

Buddha statues have embodied peace, compassion and enlightenment for over two millennia. This collection brings together antique and contemporary figures from across Asia — Burma, Thailand, China and Tibet — each reflecting a unique regional interpretation of the same universal ideal: serenity expressed in form.

Whether cast in bronze, carved from teak or lacquered and gilded, these statues were made for home temples, monasteries and household shrines. Their gestures, or mudras, embody the Buddha’s teachings — the Bhumisparsha (earth-touching) symbolising enlightenment, the Dhyana meditation pose evoking stillness, and the Abhaya hand raised in reassurance and peace. Across every tradition, the intention is the same: to convey spiritual calm through material grace.

Burmese & Thai Buddhas

From the Mandalay and Shan schools of Burma come lacquered and gilded teak Buddhas, their warm tones illuminated by candlelight and devotion. In Thailand, bronzes of the Rattanakosin and Ayutthaya periods show elegant proportion and tranquil refinement — subtle smiles, elongated fingers and gentle postures that make them equally suited to sacred and modern minimalist interiors.

Chinese & Tibetan Traditions

Chinese Buddhist art, influenced by both Mahayana and local Taoist aesthetics, emphasises compassion and continuity. Figures such as Guanyin — the Bodhisattva of Mercy — and serene gilt Buddha heads from Hebei or Shanxi radiate inner calm and timelessness. Tibetan bronzes, often silver- or copper-gilt, depict Buddhas and Bodhisattvas such as Tara or Avalokiteshvara, embodying enlightened action and serenity in movement. Each piece bridges sacred symbolism with sculptural artistry.

Symbolism, Materials & Craft

Most antique pieces were created using the cire perdue (lost-wax) method, a labour-intensive process that ensures no two figures are ever identical. Surfaces may retain gilding, red lacquer or traces of ritual oils — marks of reverent handling rather than decay. The interplay of material and light transforms each statue into a living object: teak absorbs warmth, bronze reflects subtle gleam, and silvered surfaces soften a room with quiet luminosity.

Displaying Buddha Statues at Home

A Buddha statue brings focus and calm to a space. Whether placed on a console, raised on a stand, or set within an alcove, its presence encourages composure and reflection. Arrange with spatial sensitivity — elevated from the floor and surrounded by natural textures such as wood, linen and stone. Pair a seated Buddha with a single candle or offering bowl to evoke harmony between light, material and spirit. For collectors, varied regional pieces create a dialogue of styles and centuries unified by peace.

Provenance & Ethics

All antique Buddha figures in this collection are responsibly acquired on the UK & European art market from established collections and dealers. Each is selected for authenticity, aesthetic integrity and condition, representing the finest traditions of Buddhist sculpture across Asia. Together, they offer a contemplative connection between heritage and contemporary interior life.