I am fascinated with Buddhas, goddesses, saints and other religious icons. I started collecting Buddhas last year and have been trying to learn more about Buddhism. I just started collecting other religious icons this year. Just one of those thing I do!
This Buddha sits on the dash of my car!
These three are made of shou-shan stone ware. I believe they are Fukurokuju, the god of wisdom and longevity.
Hotei - the small Buddha on the left is jade; I don't know if the large one is jade or glass. I would love to know if it is jade!
Not sure what this one is made of - but it has a planter on the side - very heavy. I think this is also Hotei - but shown as the Safe Travels Buddah.
Kwan Yin is known as the female Buddha or the goddess of compassion. Likened to the great stature of the Virgin Mary in the West. All those who needlessly suffer are Kwan Yin's children. She is all-loving, and the perfect embodiment of beauty, grace and enduring compassion. I find it really interesting how similar she is to the Virgin Mary...
This Buddha is made of vintage celluloid, the first entirely synthetic plastic. The front of it spins around and has an offering or devotional area. I would love to know what type of Buddha he is.
I also found three Virgin Mary statues made out of celluloid. This one is extra special to me since she is a black Mary. I think she is so beautiful.
What an interesting read. I love your collection, especially the Blessed Mother. Really great.
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i beleive the figure of Mary is one where she appeared in africa.. ill have to do some research ..
ReplyDeletehey and i thought we were the same age... dang it my b day is coming up and i will be one yr closer to 45 .. then its all down hill to 50!.. just kidding... i so have to get in shape! :)
so glad you all went to the antique stores ... you have to share girlfriend!! love ya t
ps.. i was thinking of the time i saw scruffy when he was a baby .. issy B is so tiny boned .. she is actually bigger by a min thatn magoo was at her age!
WOW...amazing collection you have there, and the photos are beautiful!!! So fun to read!!!
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