Amitabha is one of the most revered Buddha figures and translates as 'the one of immeasurable splendour'. Here he is depicted with an alms pot in his hands. Amitabha's posture symbolises the future development of the enlightened mind. Made of brass. Size 20.5 x 14.5 x 9.5 cm (h/w/d).
Amoghasiddhi is the fifth of the Dhayani Buddhas (Meditation Buddha), the perfection of wisdom, purified of ill-will he embodies willpower and fearlessness. He faces north and holds his left hand open upwards and his right hand in the gesture of blessing (Abhayamudra). Brass, 3-colour patinated and polished. Size 28 x 20 x 14 cm (h/w/d). Weight 3.5 kg.
Buddha Shakamuni stands for the search for spiritual enlightenment and realisation. Made of brass, gold matt finish. Size 18 x 12.5 x 10 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 1.3 kg.
Buddha Shakyamuni embodies the search for spiritual enlightenment and realisation. Brass, 3-colour patinated in gold, silver and copper. Size 19 x 17 x 12.5 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 1.8 kg.
Dragons are guardians between the dimensions. No entry is possible without them. They protect house and yard and chase away evil spirits. Made from brass. Size 12 x 21 x 8 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 1.75 kg.
According to Buddhist tradition, Kanakamuni is one of the seven ancient Buddhas. He owes his name, 'the golden sage', to a shower of gold at his birth. Brass, antique green with gold finish. Size 15 x 12 x 8 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 1.2 kg.
The Buddha of Healing in his classic depiction with a bowl of healing nectar in his left hand and a myrobalan branch in his right. Brass with gold and black finish. Size 22 x 15 x 9.5 cm (h/w/d). Weight 2.3 kg.
As a healer, Buddha is depicted here with nectar and a myrobalan branch. Brass figure with a golden, reddish and black finish. Size 19 x 14.5 x 10.5 cm (h/w/d). Weight 1.7 kg.
The healing Buddha is depicted sitting on a lotus leaf with his eyes closed. In his left hand he holds a bowl of healing nectar. His right hand is holding a myrobalan branch, the fruit of which can neutralise the inner poisons of greed, hatred and delusion. The detailed figure made of shiny brass radiates calm and confidence. Size 22.5 x 17 x 15 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 2.5 kg.
Shiva, whose name means 'kind' or 'merciful', combines many opposites: he is benevolent and mischievous, meditative and ecstatic. Shiva is worshipped in many guises, Nataraja is the one who crushes ignorance under his feet and destroys everything that is not based on truth and love. Brass. Size 30 x 15 x 8 cm (H/W/D). Weight 2.2 kg.
As the king of dance, the Hindu god Shiva ensures cosmic renewal. Surrounded by a circle of flames, he transforms the old into the new with his powerful dance. The detailed sculpture is made of platinum-plated brass. Size 53 x 43 x 13 cm (H/W/D). Weight 8.6 kg.
Detailed brass figurine of the white Tara, who is worshipped in Buddhism as the guardian of wisdom. She watches with her seven eyes and protects against suffering. Size 20 x 13.5 x 8 cm (h/w/d). Weight 1.65 kg.
In search of enlightenment, the prince's son from the Shakya dynasty spent seven years in absolute asceticism. This unique Buddha head from Wat Pa Pratat shows the teacher of the four noble truths in absolute peace of mind and is probably one of the most beautiful Buddha images ever. The face shows the typical cut of the Dvâravatî period. Original: Staatl. Museum für Völkerkunde, Munich. Thailand, Wat Pa Pratat, 7th-9th century A.D. Polymer ars mundi museum replica, cast by hand, height incl. plinth 34 cm. Size of base 14 x 14 cm. Weight approx. 9 kg.
Amida is a heavenly comforter who gives security, is merciful and kind. Those who trust in his grace are reborn in his 'Paradise of the Pure Land' and attain final liberation there. Japan 13th century. Original in private collection. Art bronze. Height 11 cm.
The striking and particular smile of this Buddha bust stems from a movement of sculptors who broke away from the Indian influence of the past in the 11th century. This change, imposed with an ethnic type, resulted in a series of faces, both Buddhist and Brahmin, that idealised Khmer features.Original: sandstone, Cambodia, 12th-13th century, Khmer and Baphuon style, Musée des Arts asiatiques - Guimet, Paris.Replica in hand-polished resin, on wooden base. With certificate of authenticity. Size including base 29.5 x 12 x 12 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 2.5 kg.
The ears, once adorned with rich jewellery, are unadorned in the spirit of the historical Buddha, who discarded all adornment along with his rank. The two-dimensional head with its clear, pure facial features, the inward gaze and the peacefully smiling face merge into an expression of perfect harmony. Original: Chi Dynasty, 6th century AD, MMA, New York. Reduction as ars mundi museum replica, moulded by hand in polymer artificial marble on a black diabase base. Size 12 x 11 x 12 cm (w/h/d). Height with plinth 38 cm.
Bust of Jayavarman VII (Mahâ Paramasangata Pada) (1207-1218), King of Cambodia from 1181 to 1202, son of Dharanindravarman II and Lokeçvara. Original: sandstone, late 12th - early 13th century, Bayon temple in the Angkor region, Cambodia, Musée des Arts asiatiques-Guimet, Paris. Replica made of hand-patinated resin, on a wooden plinth. With certificate of authenticity. Size with plinth 25.5 x 12.5 x 16 cm (h/w/d). Base size 5.5 x 12 x 12 cm (h/w/d). Weight 3.2 kg.
The stylised facial features and proportions are characteristic of the art of the Sukhothai period, which is dated between the 13th and 15th centuries. A characteristic of this style is the mara posture in depictions of Buddha. Original: Bronze, 15th century, Sukhothai region, Thailand, Musée des Arts asiatiques-Guimet (MG 18319), Paris. Replica made of hand-patinated resin with bronzed surface. With certificate of authenticity. Size 35 x 22 x 13 cm (h/w/d). Weight 3.3 kg.
Unbelievable, but true: this bold and almost modern-looking lucky dragon is a faithful reproduction of an ancient model from the Han dynasty! Bring the power of the dragon into your home - with the original object of the ancient emperors of China ... Polymer ars mundi museum replica moulded by hand with bronzed, hand-patinated surface. Size 30 x 9 x 30 cm.
With his face transfigured, his gaze turned inwards, the enlightened one dwells in the redeeming nothingness. In this completely spiritualised figure, Indian Buddhism found its Burmese sublimation. Original: Staatliche Museen zu Berlin - Preußischer Kulturbesitz, Museum für Indische Kunst. Kampenpnet Burma. Bronze. 19th century. Polymer ars mundi museum replica, cast by hand, with bronzed surface. Height 31 cm.
Like ancient Greece, ancient China was also fascinated by the horse. As early as the Shang dynasty (17th-11th century BC), it accompanied rulers to their burial palaces and was immortalised in small figurines. In the Zhou dynasty (10th-3rd century BC), it was often depicted with bridle and saddle and rider. Original: Bronze, Zhou dynasty 10th-3rd century BC, Musée des Arts asiatiques-Guimet (MA2547), Paris. Replica made of hand-patinated resin with bronzed surface, on a wooden base. With certificate of authenticity. Size with base 17 x 6.5 x 17 cm (h/w/d). Wooden base 2 x 6 x 17 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 0.4 kg.
The Indian god Ganesha stands for happiness and prosperity, he embodies wisdom and intelligence. A deity who has not only been worshipped since the 4th century AD, but also loved with all his heart. In India, it is customary to ask the popular elephant-headed god for his blessing before starting a new project. Antique patinated brass. Size 23 x 21 x 16 cm (H/W/D). Weight 4.2 kg.
The four-armed, elephant-headed Ganesha is considered the god of wisdom, science and the arts. He is one of India's favourite gods and blesses new beginnings, but also serves as a companion at various stages of life. There he offers protection and helps to overcome any obstacles, both material and spiritual. Made of brass and finished with an antique green patina. Size 22.5 x 21 x 12 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 5.3 kg.
The four-armed, elephant-headed Ganesha is considered the god of wisdom, science and the arts. He is one of India's favourite gods and blesses new beginnings, but also serves as a companion at various stages of life. There he offers protection and helps to overcome any obstacles, both material and spiritual. Made of brass with an antique green patina. Size 13.5 x 12 x 7.5 cm (H/W/D). Weight approx. 1.4 kg.