Burmese Niche Buddha Figure

A seated little figure with a pointed crown, folded hands, and a weathered, weathered patina.

This niche Buddha figure in painted wood is from Burma, and dates to the 19th century. A niche figure is made to sit within a recess or small shrine, and Buddha images often follow standard poses defined by hand gestures called mudras. A small seated figure with a tall tapering headdress, a plain face, and hands joined at the lap. It sits on a rough, uneven base. The surface is dark brown with worn, rubbed highlights and some small losses. It is 1 inches wide, 1.5 deep and 5.75 high.

Quiet posture, long patience, and a very good hat.