Habsburg Auction 2023 - a summary of Buddha statues with a turnover of more than 10 million
no.1 Qing Kangxi bronze gilt inlaid gemstone Amitayus Buddha
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:58cm
Starting bid：sgd 10,700,000
Sold price: SGD 28,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 150.04 million).
Description of the collection: The statue is made of gold and bronze, wearing a five-leaf flower crown, the corolla is gorgeously decorated, the fine and vivid flower branches are arranged closely, and the coral, lapis lazuli, turquoise beads are staggered and inlaid, exquisite and gorgeous. The ear hangs are carved earrings, the crown and ribbon are tied in the U-shape between the ears, the face is rounded, the forehead is wide, the eyebrows are white and protruding, the eyes are slightly open, the eyelids are arc-shaped, and the face is smiling. The Buddha statue is dressed in heavenly clothes, and the silk hangs from the shoulder around the arm to the lotus pedestal, which is more dynamic and elegant. On the chest, arms and feet, she wears jewels and a variety of jewels, which are set with a variety of gemstones. The statue has a youthful and handsome face, with a childlike and innocent smile, symbolizing the quiet and pure spiritual world of this Buddha, and both the face and skin reveal the breath of youth. Hands knot meditation seal, sit on the double-layer lotus platform, the lotus platform is covered with lotus petals, and the end of the lotus petals is carved with exquisite patterns. The statue is also an outstanding representative of the golden and bronze Buddha statues of the Kangxi Dynasty of the Qing Dynasty, and it is a very rare and exquisite work in the art of Buddha statues.
no.2 Ming Xuande gilded bronze Amitayus Buddha seated statue
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:57.1cm
Starting bid：sgd 13,050,000
Sold price: SGD 22,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 117.89 million).
Description of the collection: Amitayus Buddha has a square and plump face and a solemn demeanor. He wears a five-leaf crown and a shawl with long hair. Shirtless, shoulder draped silk, ornamented with Yingluo, ring. The waist is long and the folds are undulating and natural and smooth. Knot your hands and sit on your knees. Under the lotus, the rosette is engraved with "Ming Xuande Nianshi", and the font is beautiful. This seated statue of Amitayus inherits the style of Yongle statue, the decoration is cumbersome and gorgeous, the production is exquisite, the body proportion is symmetrical, and it fully embodies the characteristics of the court statue in the Xuande period.
no.3 Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty made bronze gilt Shakyamuni Buddha
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:82cm w:63cm
Starting bid：sgd 11,760,000
Sold price: SGD 20,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 107.17 million).
Description of the collectionThis unique statue of Shakyamuni Buddha is undoubtedly the largest and most important gilded bronze statue of the Qing Kangxi court in the field of circulation. The Buddha sits on a double rosette, with graceful proportions and slender figures, and incorporates a natural and realistic style while rigorously following the Buddha image measurement sutras. The Buddha's posture is straight, his shoulders are straight, and his chest is straight, adding a tough and majestic spirit to the roundness and softness of the Buddha statue in the Central Plains. Looking at the face of the Buddha, the plump and round are moderate, the facial features are well-proportioned, and they are more beautiful. His eyes were slightly open, and he looked down, his expression silent and serene. The shape of the eyes is realistic, with the upper eyelid in a graceful arc, the tail of the eye slightly raised, and a smooth inscribed line carved above the eyelid to emphasise.
This Buddha is wearing a right-shouldered Tian Xiang robe, a long skirt tied at the waist, the folds fit the body structure, the arc is like flowing water, the lines are beautifully distributed, the shape is three-dimensional and flexible, and the soft and draped texture of the clothing is vividly expressed. The leg pattern spreads out radioactively on the top of the rosette, and the fabric spreads and stretches to both sides like a wave, showing the solemnity and tranquility of the pure land of Brahma.
no.414th century Seated statue of Shakyamuni
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:77cm wt:38.1kg
Starting bid：sgd 12,600,000
Sold price: SGD 20,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 107.17 million).
Description of the collection: This bronze gilt Shakyamuni Buddha depicts the posture and standard image of the Buddha descending from the Bodhi tree and attaining enlightenment. The Buddha statue is adorned with snail hair, the top of the head is high in a bun, the top of the bun is an orb, the big ears are lobes and shoulders, and the neck is engraved with three silkworm knots. The face is rounded, the forehead is high and wide, the eyebrows are raised, the eyes are lowered, the mouth is raised, and the jaw is complete, showing the Buddha's extraordinary solemnity and silence. The upper body is dressed in a right-style robe, and the lower body is dressed in a monk's skirt, which is thin and close-fitting, fully revealing the natural ups and downs and changes of the body. Sitting on the lotus throne with his legs stumbling down, his body is tall and his posture is graceful. Place your left hand on your knees and your right hand on your right knee. The overall shape is generous, the body is beautiful, the body is strong, the charm is vivid, it not only has a vivid and soft artistic beauty, but also hides vigorous vitality and vitality, reflecting the extremely high level of carving art and casting technology. In particular, its extremely rare and huge volume is endlessly attractive and shocking, giving people a strong visual impact and extraordinary artistic beauty.
no.5 Giant bronze gilt Vajra seated statue
Auction Session:June 24, 2023 Dubai - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:104cm
Starting bid：aed 25,000,000
Sold price: AED 30,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 58.8 million).
Description of the collection: This statue is a statue of Vajrayogini with typical stylistic features, which is made by hammering. The statue wears a flower crown, a columnar high bun on the top, an Amani orb on the top of the bun, and the ear treasure is fan-shaped and unfolded backwards, with large earlobes and shouldersThe forehead is high and wide, the eyes look down, the thin eyebrows are high, the eyebrows are decorated with square white hair, the nose is high and the mouth is wide, and the appearance is solemn. The bodice is detached with a collar and a cross-tie chain with petals. The lower body is dressed in a monk's skirt, the clothing pattern is simple, highlighting the natural ups and downs and changes of the bones and muscles of the body, and the back of the monk's skirt is depicted with exquisite entwined lotus ornaments;The waist is tied with a treasure belt, and the treasure belt is decorated with a beaded Yingluo;Bracelets are worn on the hands and feet;The whole body is draped in an inverted U-shaped large silk, and the silk flutters outward after wrapping around the arm, which is very decorative.
no.6 Imperial bronze gilt Amitayus Buddha
Auction Session:June 24, 2023 Dubai - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:44cm
Starting bid：aed 21,800,000
Sold price: AED 30,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 58.8 million).
Description of the collection: The statue has a kind face, casts meditation and fixes the seal, and sits on the lotus platform with his knees on his knees. Wearing a crown with dense branches and leaves, decorated with round petal-shaped delicate earrings, a bundle of hair ribbons floating behind the ears, a bead as an ornament, a triple necklace on the chest, the beads are round and well-proportioned, and the bracelets, arms and anklets are all finely crafted and perfect. All the floral ornaments are inlaid with various colored beads, and the skirts of the garments are finely carved with ornaments, and the engraved ornaments are densely decorated, depicting the blooming lotus, peony and other colorful flowers with delicate and elegant lines.
no.7 Ming Xuande ten years bronze gilt South China Sea water moon Guanyin sitting statue
Auction Session:June 24, 2023 Dubai - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:78cm;w:51cm
Starting bid：aed 15,800,000
Sold price: AED 28,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 54.88 million).
Description of the collection: The face of the statue is upright and full, the eyes are slightly closed, the demeanor is quiet and kind, but also majestic, with the handsome and heroic spirit unique to the male appearance, wearing a five-leaf crown, decorated with a small Buddha in the middle, is the symbol of Guanyin Bodhisattva;The back of the ear is decorated with a treasure thread, and the ear bell under the ear;The top of the head is in a high bun, with mani beads on the bun, and the rest of the hair is braided, draped over the shoulders and fluttering to the sides, and the hair is delicately depicted and full of rhythm. The chest is decorated with an umbrella-shaped beaded jewel, which is beautiful and abnormal. The upper body wears a double-necked drooping heavenly robe, and the lower body wears a monk's skirt, the skirt is tied in front of the abdomen, the hem naturally sags, and a streamer flies up on each side, which vividly expresses the soft texture of the fabric. The edges of the robe and skirt are engraved with exquisite brocade lotus grass patterns, and the craftsmanship is extremely meticulous. The carcass of the statue body is quite heavy, and the copper refining can be seen at the bottom of the wear, which is as bright as **, and the whole body is also very thick and heavy, which can be described as a treasure light.
no.8 Mongolian bronze gilt Jebtsundamba statue of Zhanabazar
Auction Session:December 16, 2023 Qatar Auction - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:14.5cm w:16cm wt:1202.5g
Starting bid：qar 26,500,000
Sold price: QAR 26,500,000 (equivalent to RMB: 52.31 million).
Description of the collection: The statue of the deity sits on the lotus throne with its knots on its knees. Clasp your hands in front of your chest and hold the vajra in your hands. Wearing a human crown, his face is handsome, and his demeanor is solemn. The chest muscles are plump and round, the arms are tight and powerful, the waist is soft, the body proportions are accurate, the shape is beautiful, the face is delicate and handsome, and the temperament is elegant, with a strong Nepalese and Indian sculpture heritage.
no.9 Ming Yongle bronze gilt thousand Buddha mother statues
Auction Session:June 24, 2023 Dubai - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:70cm
Starting bid：aed 12,800,000
Sold price: AED 25,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 49 million).
Description of the collection: During the Yongle and Xuande periods of the Ming Dynasty, a certain number of Buddha statues were cast for political needs, which were awarded to the top monks and political dignitaries. This kind of Buddha statue has a square face and a round face, well-proportioned facial features, slender eyebrows and eyes, quiet and soft, a slight smile, gorgeous and exquisite clothing, and is a fine product in the court statue in the early years of the Ming Dynasty.
no.10 Qing Dynasty bronze gilt Buddha seated statue
Auction Session:December 16, 2023 Qatar Auction - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:67.8cm w:38cm
Starting bid：qar 13,000,000
Sold price: QAR 22,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 43.43 million).
Description of the collection: The statue of the Buddha has a snail hair on the top, the face is full and plump, the facial features are clearly depicted, the edges and corners are distinct, the eyes are slightly closed, and the mild and auspicious. He wears a robe with his right shoulder, and his hands are on his chest. Sitting with his legs knotted, the Buddha robe he wears is close to the body without lines, and only slightly outlined on the edge of the collar robe, which fully highlights the muscle texture of the body. The lotus petals of the lotus base are arranged closely, the beads on the upper edge are all full and round, the melon seed-shaped three-dimensional lotus petals, the front of the application, the back of the seat is open Ruyi cloud head light, the casting process is exquisite, the carving is delicate, it is the classic work of the Qianlong Dynasty of the Qing Dynasty.
no.11 14th century Nepal Mara dynasty Manjushri
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:42.5cm
Starting bid：sgd 7,900,000
Sold price: SGD 8,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 42.87 million).
Description of the collection: This statue wears a large flower crown, a high bun on the top of the head, a flame orb on the top of the bun, a fan-shaped crown knot and a U-shaped rolled ribbon on the ears, two locks of hair hanging down on the shoulders behind the head, large earlobe shoulders, and large petal-shaped earrings hanging under the ears. The face is inverted triangle, the forehead is high and broad, the forehead exposes the vortex hair roots, and the forehead is decorated with square white hair; The eyebrows are like swords, vigorously raised to the sides, the eyes are like autumn water, the eyes are looking down, full of infinite warmth; The bridge of the nose is straight, and the upper end is connected with the sword eyebrows, forming an inverted herringbone, beautiful and handsome; The lips are pursed into a dimple, the corners of the mouth are upturned, and there is a slight smile in the beauty. The body is strong, the muscles are round, the shoulders are broad, the waist is thin, and the posture is beautiful. The upper body is bare, and he wears a collar and long chain on his chest, a skirt on his lower body, a belt around his waist, and bracelets on his arms, wrists, and ankles. The whole body is only decorated without folds, and the toned body and muscles are exposed. All the decorations are inlaid with precious stones, and the jewels are all in one, which makes it even more graceful and luxurious. Sit with your legs knotted, your left hand as a seal on your chest, and your right hand held high above the right side of your body, holding a sword. The sword is an important symbol of Manjushri's identity, symbolizing Manjushri's incomparably sharp wisdom and ability to cut off all attachments and afflictions of sentient beings. The overall shape is dignified, the law is perfect, the craftsmanship is exquisite, and the decoration is gorgeous, which not only shows the solemnity and quiet beauty pursued by Buddhism, but also highly fits the aesthetic model of human sculpture in the world, and achieves the perfect integration of the world and the world, secular beauty and religious beauty.
no.12 Qing Dynasty bronze gilt Buddha seated statue
Auction Session:December 16, 2023 Qatar Auction - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:63.5cm w:42.3cm
Starting bid：qar 11,000,000
Sold price: QAR 15,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 29.61 million).
Description of the collection: The Qing Dynasty bronze gilt Amitayus Buddha seated statue is a traditional Chinese Buddhist statue, which is made using the copper gilt process. Copper gilding is a traditional metalworking process that coats the surface of copper with a layer of ** to give it a golden appearance. Buddha Amitayus is one of the important deities in Buddhism and is considered a symbol of longevity and wisdom. It is usually depicted as the Buddha Amitayus sitting on a lotus seat, his hands sealed, and his expression is serene.
no.13 Ming bronze gilt Buddha seated statue
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:42.5cm
Starting bid：sgd 4,980,000
Sold price: SGD 5,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 26.79 million).
no.14 Seated statue of the Buddha with a gilded bronze crown
Auction Session:June 24, 2023 Dubai - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：h:72cm
Starting bid：aed 6,700,000
Sold price: AED 7,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 13.72 million).
no.15 Ming Dynasty bronze gilt Amitayus Buddha
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h: 15 1/2 in(39.5cm) w: 7 5/8 in(19.5cm) wt:5251g
Starting bid：sgd 1,630,000
Sold price: SGD 2,500,000 (equivalent to RMB: 13.39 million).
no.16 Qing Dynasty gilded bronze statue of Amitabha Buddha
Auction Session:December 16, 2023 Qatar Auction - Miscellaneous Session.
Specifications of the collection：l:23cm h:30cm wt:4900g
Starting bid：qar 6,500,000
Sold price: QAR 6,500,000 (equivalent to RMB: 12.83 million).
Description of the collectionThe gilded bronze Amitabha Buddha statue of the Qing Dynasty is a cultural relic with high artistic value, which represents the exquisite skills and unique style of the Buddhist statues of the Qing Dynasty. It has high artistic value and historical value, and is an important part of Chinese Buddhist art. They are often in the hands of museums, temples, and private collectors.
no.17 Bronze-gilt Manjushri
Auction Session:30 September 2023 Singapore Auction - Miscellaneous Sale.
Specifications of the collection：h:25.5cm
Starting bid：sgd 1,600,000
Sold price: SGD 2,000,000 (equivalent to RMB: 10.71 million).
Call for Auctions: Habsburg 2024 Singapore and China Treasured Art Auction
event name: habsburg 2024 singapore · china collection art auction
Auction agency: Habsburg International Auctions***
auctioneer: habsburg international auction co., ltd.
Call for submissions: May 10, 2024
collection deadline: may 10, 2024
Venue: Ballroom, Level 4, Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Buyers: from all regions of the world, important buyers from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Singapore, Australia, Hong Kong, Japan and other countries and regions.