19th C. Thai Lanna Gilt Wood Buddha Sculpture
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Description
Southeast Asia, Northern Thailand, Lanna, ca. 19th century CE. A stunning gilt wood Lanna-style Buddha statue seated on a lofty pedestal, depicting the Bhumisparsa mudra or "earth witness" hand gesture. The red lacquered wood base features intricate lines of script wrapping around all four sides, possibly conveying a prayer or dedication. Size: 3.5" L x 2" W x 7.25" H (8.9 cm x 5.1 cm x 18.4 cm)
According to the consignor, this piece was previously owned by the Portland Art Museum in Oregon.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection
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#184896
According to the consignor, this piece was previously owned by the Portland Art Museum in Oregon.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#184896
Condition
Old chip to top of conical headdress, otherwise intact without repairs. Chipping and fading top pigmetns and gilt as shown. Nice weathered appearance. Old museum inventory number on the base.
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19th C. Thai Lanna Gilt Wood Buddha Sculpture
Estimate $700 - $1,050
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