Burmese Reclining Buddhas – Marble, Glass, Lapis Lazuli (Auction 2026-06-05, Lot 239)

$449.75

Southeast Asia, Burma (Myanmar), ca. 19th and middle of 20th century CE. Comprising a group of three reclining Buddha images, including: a carved white marble figure with painted facial features and traces of gilt decoration; a dark glass example with parcel-gilt surface; and a small lapis lazuli reclining figure.

The ensemble reflecting the Mandalay tradition of devotional sculpture and the continued production of luxury materials for domestic and export markets. Size of largest: 12.75″ L x 4.75″ H (32.4 cm x 12.1 cm)

Provenance: private Rogers, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-Bosio collection, Miami, Florida, USA, 1960-2000

Condition: Good. Each intact and excellent. White marble and deep brown glass examples with much remaining original patina including original gilded surface.