Stone Ava Shakyamuni Buddha Head - 17th / 18th Century Desks Obviously made by a craftsman

Obviously made by a craftsman with great skill

Rising from the centre is a stylised horse finial

Lacquered Teak Candle Stick From Rajasthan - Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe

layers of repurposed cotton cloth are carefully hand-stitched using the traditional running stitch

Stone Ava Shakyamuni Buddha Head - 17th / 18th Century Desks Obviously made by a craftsmanThis serene Shakyamuni Buddha head is Burmese and sculpted from solid stone & lacquered with a dark reddish brown lacquer. Mounted on a simple black lacquered stand, this Buddha head dates to the 17th or early 18th century and crafted in the earlier Ava style. He has benevolent downward looking eyes and delicate smile. His smooth hair is topped by a long ushnisha (), symbolising wisdom & enlightenment. References: Similar examples have sold at auction