Black & Gold Resting Buddha Statue with Floral Robe Detail — Field Find

The Find
Found among a collection of decorative spiritual objects, this resting Buddha statue carries a quiet authority — matte black finish, gold floral detailing along the robe, and the composed stillness of a figure that has been at rest for a very long time.

What We Know
Subject: Reclining / resting Buddha (Nirvana pose)
Finish: Matte black with gold floral robe detail
Material: Resin or composite (consistent with decorative statuary)
Condition: Good — no major chips or damage observed
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The Story
The reclining Buddha — depicted lying on his right side, head resting on his hand — represents the moment of Parinirvana, the final passing into complete liberation. It is one of the most serene images in Buddhist iconography, and one of the most widely reproduced across Southeast and East Asian artistic traditions. The black and gold colorway gives this example a more contemporary, graphic quality — less devotional object, more considered decorative presence. The gold floral work on the robe is the detail that earns a second look.

Why We Chose It
The color combination is striking without being loud. Black and gold reads as both traditional and modern, and the resting pose gives the piece a horizontal weight that anchors a shelf or side table without demanding attention. It simply belongs wherever it is placed.

About This Piece
One-of-a-kind field find offered in as-found condition. No major chips or damage observed. Sold as a decorative and collector's piece.