Thailand, Rattanakosin Period, late 18th century CE. This is a seated figure of a Buddha, cast bronze, gilded, with small remaining red details on the throne. The figure has all the classic elements of Thai artwork from this period, which marks one of the most powerful kingdoms in Thai history. Their Buddhas are shown seated on ornate pedestals and decorated heavily, often with flames at four points on their clothing and on their headdress. This particular Buddha wears a beautiful costume with elaborate details; his throne is similarly magnificent. He sits with legs crossed and hands laid in his lap in the Dhyana mudra, a gesture of meditation, and with a serene look on his face. The remains of the pottery mold used to create the hollow figure can be seen inside of the base. Size: 3.5" L x 6" W x 8.6" H (8.9 cm x 15.2 cm x 21.8 cm)

Provenance: private Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA collection

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Expected age wear to surface, with much remaining gilding and small areas of remaining red pigment. Tiny losses along the metal of the base, but the piece easily stands on its own. Upper tip of ushnisha is lost.