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Large 19th Century Sri Lankan Buddha, C 1890
Curious Antiques
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Large 19th Century Sri Lankan Buddha, C 1890

19th century
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Large antique late 19th century hand carved wood standing statue of Buddha, Sri Lanka,c 1890. This is a large,heavy example and was purchased by myself in an antique shop in Sri Lanka around 30 years ago. It has a real presence and is beautifully carved with inset Ox bone teeth. Overall condition is good with minor surface wear / fading/ marks and a possible repair to the body. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to view the item.

Size: 78 cm tall x 25 cm wide x 20 cm deep . I will happily ship worldwide but this is a large / heavy piece so please contact me for a bespoke quote for your Country.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this 19th Century Wooden Buddha to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA743000
Dealers Notes

Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Large antique late 19th century hand carved wood standing statue of Buddha, Sri Lanka,c 1890.
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This is a large,heavy example and was purchased by myself in an antique shop in Sri Lanka around 30 years ago.
Curious Antiques

It has a real presence and is beautifully carved with inset Ox bone teeth. Overall condition is good with minor surface wear / fading/ marks and a possible repair to the body. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to view the item.

Size: 78 cm tall x 25 cm wide x 20 cm deep . I will happily ship worldwide but this is a large / heavy piece so please contact me for a bespoke quote for your Country.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this 19th Century Wooden Buddha to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA743000
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head.
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Archive I A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head.

Large 19th Century Sri Lankan Buddha, C 1890

Archive II A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View XI
Archive XII A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View XII
Archive XIII A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View XIII
Archive XIV A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head. View XIV
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Telephone 07795 237 189
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Timeline Antiques Centre
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/curious
Verified Since Jun 2015
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A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head.
Large 19th Century Sri Lankan Buddha, c 1890
Ref: SA743000
A nineteenth-century carved wooden statue depicting a laughing Buddha figure standing with arms raised above its head.
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During the nineteenth century, traditional woodcarvers across South and East Asia produced devotional statues for local shrines as well as export pieces for European collectors. These sculptures often represented spiritual deities or figures, reflecting regional artistic traditions and native timber craft.

Craftsmen typically utilised dense native hardwoods such as teak, mahogany, or ebony. The figures were hand-carved using traditional gouges and chisels, then finished with natural oils, waxes, or stains to highlight the grain of the wood.

Authentic period carvings display irregular hand-tool marks, natural timber shrinkage cracks along the grain, and deep patination in recessed areas. Genuine age manifests as uneven wear on exposed surfaces and natural darkening of the wood finish over time.

Place the sculpture as a focal point on a sleek sideboard, entryway console, or open shelving unit. Combining warm wooden tones against neutral walls creates a tactile contrast, allowing the sculptural silhouette to anchor a contemporary space.

Keep carved wooden items away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and damp environments to prevent splitting. Clean gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth, and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax annually to maintain the timber patination.
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