Carved white jade ‘Buddha’ figurine, Qing dynasty

Carved white jade, smooth and milky in appearance. It shows a representation of the Buddha in dhyanasana, with both legs bent and his torso straight, his shoulders relaxed and his arms resting in his lap, holding a sphere between his palms. The expression is serene, with narrowed eyes and lips in a soft smile. The curly hair is tied back in a high bun, revealing the elongated ears. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.

Size: 6.1 x 1.1 x 3.8 cm   

Weight: 42.4 g

Provenance:

- Current private collection, London, United Kingdom.