This beautiful piece in bronze was created by master artisans on the island of Java in Indonesia sometimes during the mid 1900’s.

Buddhism began to flourish in Java at the time of ancient kingdoms Sailendra and Majapahit (8th to 15th centuries). This was also when the tradition to of making Buddha statues in bronze began, through trade and cultural exchange on the Silk Road. Javanese artisans learned how to use the lost-wax casting technique, sculpting intricate wax models, creating clay molds and casting molten bronze. This metal was chosen for its durability, ability to capture fine details and ensuring the statues' longevity and intricate beauty. These periods saw the creation of iconic temples like Borobudur, the globe’s largest Buddhist temple and one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

The Buddha comes complete on a black metal stand and its story printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope. The handmade metal support carries its own authenticity, with subtle imperfections and the potential for a natural patina to emerge over time.

Dimensions with the stand: 56 x 35 x 28cm