Mandalay Style Standing Buddha with Craquelure Finish (87.5 cm) from 1969

This monumental Burmese standing Buddha statue (87.5 cm) is a documented design object from 1969 and represents the characteristic Mandalay style from the late Mid-Century period. With its impressive height, generous volume, and weight of 5.6 kg, the statue forms a striking eye-catcher in both modern and classic interiors. The warm lemon-yellow lacquer, serene white face, and natural craquelure give the statue an authentic vintage look typical of export productions from the late 1960s.

The Philosophical & Spiritual Significance: Why this statue is essential

This standing Buddha embodies peace, compassion, and spiritual protection, bringing a harmonious atmosphere to any space.

• Standing Buddha: The upright posture symbolizes the active presence of the Buddha in the world. It stands for protection, compassion, and guiding others on the path to enlightenment.
• Mandalay Style: The elegant body forms, gentle facial expression, and flowing lines are among the most recognizable features of classical Burmese art.
• Interior Statement: Thanks to its monumental size, this statue forms a powerful visual centerpiece that adds peace, balance, and sophistication to a living space, reception area, or meditation room.
• Design History: As a documented export object from 1969, this statue represents not only spiritual symbolism but also an important chapter in the Asian design history of the twentieth century.

Material & Authentic Finish

• Documented Provenance: On the underside of the robe, there is the original handwritten inventory number from 1969, a rarely preserved feature referring to the original export registration.
• Historical Craquelure: The characteristic craquelure in the white face and lemon-yellow robe is the natural result of decades of aging of the original oil/alkyd lacquer and forms an important authenticity feature.
• Original Lacquer Finish: The vibrant lemon-yellow color belongs to the characteristic color palette of Burmese export production from the late 1960s and reflects the stylistic development of this period.
• Vintage Construction: The compact wooden core with layered lacquer construction ensures a solid build and an authentic appearance typical of quality productions from this transitional period.

Specifications

• Height: 87.5 cm
• Width: 35.0 cm
• Weight: 5.6 kg
• Origin: Myanmar (Burma)
• Style: Classical Mandalay Style
• Dating: Certified 1969 (Late Mid-Century)
• Material: Compact wooden core with original layered lacquer finish from the 1960s
• Feature: Original handwritten inventory number from the 1969 export
• Condition: Authentic vintage condition with natural historical craquelure and original lacquer stratigraphy

Each object is examined before it is offered: material, casting or carving technique, surface, and signs of age are compared with documented references. You will receive a certificate of authenticity and an official invoice detailing the period, material, and available provenance.

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