{"product_id":"antique-east-asian-patinated-miniature-buddha","title":"Antique East Asian Patinated Miniature Buddha","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterfully cast devotional artifact featuring a highly intricate scrollwork robe, a dual-layered lotus throne, and an exceptional, dark oil-rubbed patina with warm copper-bronze undertones. This exceptional small-scale sculpture marks a beautiful stylistic departure for the collection, shifting from fluid South Asian theatrical movement into the deep, geometric serenity of classical East Asian devotional metalwork. Hand-cast utilizing highly sophisticated lost-wax methods, the miniature icon portrays the historical Buddha seated in absolute meditative repose. His legs are folded in the full lotus position (Padmasana) with both hands resting gently in his lap in the Dhyana Mudra—the sacred gesture of absolute concentration, mindfulness, and spiritual equilibrium. Despite standing a compact 5.5 inches tall, the physical casting boasts an astonishing level of textile detail; his monastic robes are completely covered in dense, deeply incised flowing scrollwork patterns that create an incredible tactile depth across his shoulders and chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis facial features project a profound, old-world tranquility, characterized by downcast, heavy-lidded eyes, a softly rounded chin, and a prominent urna (third eye) set between his stylized brows beneath tightly coiled curls that culminate in a pointed ushnisha crown protuberance. The entire figure sits anchored to a majestic, integrated dual-layered lotus pedestal featuring an upper row of upright petals resting over a mirrored bottom tier. What truly distinguishes this specimen is its extraordinary composition; the heavy bronze alloy carries a highly unique, dark patinated finish. This deep, oil-rubbed charcoal layer is beautifully broken by warm, burnished bronze and copper highlights that glimmer along the high points of the robe carvings and lotus tips. It serves as an exceptionally sophisticated accent piece, bringing an instant layer of serene global history, rich texture, and gallery-level provenance to an entry console tray, an editorial library shelf, or an intimate bedside niche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Era: Antique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Dimensions: 3.25\" W x 2\" D x 5.5\" H (Miniature Scale)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e*Material: Authentic Hand-Cast Solid Bronze \/ Copper-Rich Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Finish: Deep Oil-Rubbed Charcoal, Sun-Warmed Red-Bronze, and Dark Umber Undertones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Utility: Elite small-scale decorative accent, explicitly proportioned to introduce serene old-world texture to luxury bookshelves, layered vanity trays, or modern modular display styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Origin: East Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Condition: Excellent antique condition. The solid casting is remarkably heavy and dense for its compact frame, sitting completely square and level on its integrated lotus throne. The metal surface exhibits gorgeous, honest age-appropriate handling wear, smooth highlights, and minor pitting native to historical sand-and-clay molds that verify its authentic collector pedigree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50095416213741,"sku":"IMG_5194","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0288\/5256\/files\/IMG_5194_be31bbd9-56b6-45e6-b8b4-6876f8e6b9fb.jpg?v=1781118752","url":"https:\/\/de-cor.com\/products\/antique-east-asian-patinated-miniature-buddha","provider":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","version":"1.0","type":"link"}