Seated Buddha in Dhyana Mudra on Lotus Pedestal
Outdoor sculpture, religious monument • Unidentified workshop; likely a contemporary manufacturer of Buddhist devotional garden art.
Style & Movement
Contemporary Religious Art / Buddhist Iconography, specifically influenced by East Asian (Mahayana) stylistic conventions.
Medium & Technique
Cast stone or reinforced concrete with a white matte finish/paint; likely produced using a multi-part mold technique common in garden statuary.
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern mass-produced or workshop-commissioned devotional object).
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 4 to 5 feet in height (statue and lotus base), excluding the stone plinth; vertical format.
Subject Description
The sculpture depicts the Gautama Buddha in a meditative state (Dhyana Mudra), seated in a full lotus position (Padmasana). He is positioned on a lotus throne, representing purity and enlightenment. The figure wears flowing monastic robes draped over both shoulders, with a serene facial expression and an ushnisha (protuberance atop the head) signifying spiritual wisdom.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The statue itself appears clean with a bright white finish, likely recently cleaned or repainted.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500 USD (Reflecting material and decorative value rather than fine art rarity).
Auction Estimate
$800 - $1,500 USD
Provenance History
Likely purchased from a specialized garden statuary supplier or religious supply house for use in a private garden, meditation center, or monastery.
Art Historical Significance
Functions primarily as a site-specific devotional focus rather than a unique art-historical milestone. It reflects the global spread and hybridization of Buddhist iconographic styles in contemporary outdoor spaces.
Notable Features
The striking contrast between the pristine white figure and the dark vertical trunk of the tree behind it creates a strong visual 'halo' or mandorla effect, emphasizing the spiritual focal point of the garden.
Condition Issues
Visible weathering and biological growth (algae/moss) on the cylindrical stone support plinth; minor surface dirt may be present in the deep folds of the drapery.
Conservation Recommendations
Periodic gentle cleaning with non-ionic detergents to prevent organic staining. Application of a silane-based water repellent could protect the cast material from freeze-thaw cycles in outdoor environments.