Antique Buddha statue | wood

The aging of the wood — variations in tone, traces of use or ritual wear — gives these sculptures a sought-after authenticity and attests to their long journey through collections assembled between the 1960s and the 1980s, sometimes acquired from specialized dealers

The wooden Buddha statues grouped under this label come from former private collections or from the Claude de Marteau collection and are characterized by traditional craftsmanship and a natural patina formed over time. Carved in various workshops across Asia, they generally display a meditative expression, simple modeling and restrained lines that reflect the aesthetic of historical Buddhist productions.
The aging of the wood — variations in tone, traces of use or ritual wear — gives these sculptures a sought-after authenticity and attests to their long journey through collections assembled between the 1960s and the 1980s, sometimes acquired from specialized dealers. This label therefore brings together a coherent ensemble of antique wooden statues, each bearing the distinctive characteristics and patina shaped by its own history.