12th century Pagan Votive Tablet
Nr. 3666-19-B

Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar) with seated Buddha relief in niche, full front view

Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar) showing Buddha relief in niche, three-quarter left view

Rear view of the Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar) showing weathered surface

Side view of the Bagan votive tablet with wear and patina on the edge

Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar) with seated Buddha relief, angled front view

Close-up of the central seated Buddha relief inside the niche on the Bagan votive tablet

Close-up of the seated Buddha relief on the Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar)

Angled close-up of the seated Buddha relief with the niche rim visible on the Bagan tablet

Upper-body close-up of the Buddha relief with surrounding carved background

Face detail of the Buddha relief on the Bagan votive tablet

Three-quarter close-up of the Buddha head and shoulder within the relief niche

Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar) on stand, three-quarter right view into the niche

Close-up of the top rim and patina of the Bagan votive tablet, relief out of focus

Close-up of the pointed top edge showing surface wear on the votive tablet

Angled close-up of the Buddha face within the relief niche and surrounding decoration

Detail of the left side of the relief showing stupa-like motifs beside the Buddha

Close-up of the left lower relief area and the niche rim on the Bagan votive tablet

Close-up of the Buddha seat and base area on the right side of the relief

Close-up of the hand resting by the knee in the Buddha relief on the votive tablet

Close-up of the lower niche rim with patina and the display base beneath

Close-up of the outer rim showing wear above the black display stand

Close-up of the lower corner and rim of the Bagan votive tablet above the stand

Oblique top-down close-up of the Buddha relief inside the deep niche

Close-up of the relief from the upper corner with the niche rim in view

Bagan votive tablet from Burma (Myanmar) lying behind the stand, top view into the niche

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12th century Pagan Votive Tablet
Nr. 3666-19-B

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Details:

Material: Terracotta
19,8 cm high
14,3 cm wide and 6,5 cm deep
Bagan style
Bhumisparsha mudra
12th century, originally from the Bagan period
Special !
Weight: 1,16 kgs
Originating from Burma (Myanmar)

Description

This 12th century Pagan Votive Tablet, originating from Burma (Myanmar), embodies the rich history of the Bagan period—a time marked by flourishing art and architecture. Crafted from terracotta, the tablet measures 19.8 cm in height, 14.3 cm in width, and 6.5 cm in depth, making it a striking representation of the era's spiritual artistry.

The Bhumisparsha mudra depicted on the tablet represents the moment of the Buddha's enlightenment, symbolizing the Buddha's calling upon the earth to witness his attainment of enlightenment. This gesture is significant within Buddhist tradition as it signifies grounding, inner peace, and the victory over ignorance.

The intricate craftsmanship reveals the artistic techniques employed in Bagan, where sculptors sought to capture the essence of Buddhist teachings. The background features stylized pagodas, further emphasizing the spiritual significance of the sculpture and its connection to the sacred landscape that defined the Bagan dynasty.

Today, the Bagan period is celebrated for its remarkable cultural heritage, with thousands of temples and structures that continue to tell the story of Buddhism's deep roots in the region. This votive tablet serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as a reminder of the enduring spiritual legacy that has shaped Burmese culture through the centuries.

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