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Rare Thai Lacquered & Gilded Ivory Buddha
Rare Thai Lacquered & Gilded Ivory Buddha
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Description
Southeast Asia, Thailand, ca. 17th to 18th century. A very rare and fabulous ivory Buddha made of carved ivory covered in red lacquer with gilded highlights. Note: this ivory predates the US ban on ivory by 200 + years and is legal to buy and sell. Buddha sits upon a silk throne with hands in Varamudra position, flame atop his head. 5-1/2"H with throne, 4-3/4"H without.

Provenance: Ex-private Palm Beach, Florida collection, acquired between 1980 and 1990.

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#102559 - Up for auction again (non-paying bidder)
Condition
Intact and near choice.
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Rare Thai Lacquered & Gilded Ivory Buddha

Estimate $900 - $1,200
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Starting Price $500
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