What types of antique Asian art and Buddha statues does Rix Enchères offer?

Rix Enchères offers a curated collection of antique Asian sacred art, including Buddha statues, Buddhist sculptures, ritual objects, Hindu deity sculptures, antique jewellery, and other historical artworks. The collection includes pieces from Thailand, Myanmar (Burma), Laos, Tibet, the Himalayas, China, and other Asian traditions.

Where can I buy authentic antique Buddha statues and Asian sacred art?

You can browse and purchase authentic antique Buddha statues and Asian sacred art directly through the Rix Enchères online gallery. The collection includes antique Thai Buddha statues from periods such as Lanna, Sukhothai, Ayutthaya, and Rattanakosin, as well as Buddhist art from Laos and Myanmar.

How does Rix Enchères authenticate antique Buddha statues and Asian art?

Each artwork is carefully selected based on its authenticity, historical significance, artistic quality, craftsmanship, and age-related characteristics. Rix Enchères is led by Denis and Sriprapa Lepage, who have extensive expertise in Asian sacred art, Buddhist art history, antique patina, and the evaluation of historical artworks.

Can I sell or consign my antique Asian art through Rix Enchères?

Yes. Rix Enchères offers professional consignment services for collectors, estates, and owners wishing to sell exceptional Asian art. To request an evaluation, sellers can provide clear photographs, a description of the artwork, and its dimensions through WhatsApp or email.

How can I buy or bid on an antique Buddha statue at Rix Enchères?

Rix Enchères provides several ways to participate in sales, including absentee bidding by email, telephone bidding, and online bidding through Interencheres. Buyers should review the applicable conditions of sale, including buyer's fees and payment requirements, before purchasing or bidding.

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Denis Lepage is an author and specialist in Asian and Buddhist art, with a particular interest in the sculpture and artistic traditions of Southeast Asia. His research focuses on Burmese, Thai, Lao and Indian Buddhist art, including bronze, stone, terracotta and wooden sculpture.

Through his publications and research, Denis Lepage explores the history, iconography, stylistic development and authentication of Buddhist statues and Asian art. His work examines the connections between major artistic traditions such as Pyu, Bagan, Mon, Hariphunchai, Lanna, Sukhothai and Lan Xang.

His publications provide collectors, scholars and enthusiasts with practical and historical insights into the identification, dating and understanding of antique Buddhist sculpture and the rich cultural heritage of Asia.

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Oct 4, 2026 ∙ 8 min

Antique Buddha Statue Valuation: What Determines the Value?

How much is an antique Buddha statue worth? Discover the main factors that determine the value of an antique Buddha, from its school, material, artistic quality, condition and size to rarity, inscriptions, provenance and market demand.

Sep 30, 2026 ∙ 8 min

Four Waves of Thai Influence on Myanmar Buddhist Art

Thai Buddhist art influenced Myanmar Buddhist art through four major waves, from the post-Bagan Mon kingdom of Hanthawaddy to nineteenth-century Shan sculpture. This article explores Sukhothai, Lanna, Ayutthaya and Rattanakosin influences, examining Buddha images, throne decoration, silver repoussé, crowned Buddhas and the distinctive *kanok* flame pattern.

Sep 27, 2026 ∙ 12 min

Mandalay Buddhist Art: Understanding the Yadanabon Style

Mandalay Buddhist art, or Yadanabon style, is the last great royal tradition of Burmese Buddhist sculpture. Developed under King Mindon after the foundation of Mandalay, it combines Nyaungyan and early Konbaung traditions with a new naturalism influenced by European art. Discover the distinctive Mandalay Buddha, with its natural proportions, backward-falling elongated earlobes, richly folded robe and low throne, and learn how to distinguish royal-period works from later Mandalay-style sculpture.