How can you tell whether a bronze Buddha statue is genuinely antique? In this detailed examination of a 42 cm Thai Walking Buddha, we explore the characteristic style and sculptural mastery of the Sukhothai school, together with microscopic evidence of corrosion, mineralisation, surviving lacquer and later cleaning. The convergence of these observations points to an authentic antique Sukhothai Walking Buddha and reveals the fascinating material history preserved within its br

Discover the fascinating world of Arakanese Buddhist art, from the sacred Mahamuni Buddha and the cult of Kassapa, Gautama and Maitreya to the distinctive bronzes and fortress-like temples of Mrauk-U. Shaped by centuries of trade, warfare and cultural exchange, Arakan developed one of the most original traditions of Buddhist sculpture in Myanmar.

Burmese votive tablets: a guide and reflection of this part of Myanmar Buddhist art. From the pyu period until now votive tablets were used as a donation to relic chambers. Discover more about it

Long before becoming an Islamic nation, the Maldives was home to a Buddhist civilisation connected to India and Sri Lanka. Discover the archaeological evidence for this forgotten chapter of Maldivian history and the Buddha images that reveal its ancient Buddhist heritage.

Collecting an antique Buddha is about far more than owning a beautiful object. From historical significance and artistic beauty to spiritual symbolism and the stories preserved in centuries-old materials, discover five reasons why antique Buddhist sculpture continues to fascinate collectors around the world.