Rattanakosin standing Buddha statue - Thailand

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Standing crowned Buddha statue from Thailand, gilded bronze/copper alloy dating to the 19th‑century Rattanakosin period, 37.5 cm high, 10 cm wide, 12 cm deep, weighing 1452 g, in good antique condition with visible age wear and loss of gold leaf mainly at the back and lower areas.

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An impressive and finely cast gilded bronze figure of a Crowned Buddha (Phra Song Khruang), dating from the Rattanakosin period (19th century), Thailand.

The Buddha is depicted in a majestic standing pose on a tall, octagonal pedestal with multiple levels, adorned with traditional lotus leaf motifs. He performs the double Abhaya Mudra (the gesture of reassurance and fearlessness), which in Thai tradition specifically refers to the episode of the "Calming of the Ocean".

Adorned in elaborate royal regalia, including a tall, layered pointed crown (Khon style), wing-like ear ornaments, a heavy pectoral collar and finely worked garments. The face has a serene, meditative expression with downcast eyes and a subtle smile.

The statue is cast in a bronze/copper alloy using the traditional 'lost-wax method'. It features an original layer of black lacquer over which genuine gold leaf (gilding) has been applied, which shows a beautiful craquelé effect and patina that suit the age.

• Object: Standing Crowned Buddha
• Origin: Thailand
• Period: 19th century (Rattanakosin)
• Material: Gilded bronze / copper alloy
• Height: 37.5 cm
• Weight: 1452 grams
• Condition: In good antique condition. The bronze structure is solid and intact. There is visible and natural aging wear to the gilding, with some flaking and loss of the gold leaf, particularly at the rear and on the lower parts. This confirms the age and authenticity of the piece.

An impressive and finely cast gilded bronze figure of a Crowned Buddha (Phra Song Khruang), dating from the Rattanakosin period (19th century), Thailand.

The Buddha is depicted in a majestic standing pose on a tall, octagonal pedestal with multiple levels, adorned with traditional lotus leaf motifs. He performs the double Abhaya Mudra (the gesture of reassurance and fearlessness), which in Thai tradition specifically refers to the episode of the "Calming of the Ocean".

Adorned in elaborate royal regalia, including a tall, layered pointed crown (Khon style), wing-like ear ornaments, a heavy pectoral collar and finely worked garments. The face has a serene, meditative expression with downcast eyes and a subtle smile.

The statue is cast in a bronze/copper alloy using the traditional 'lost-wax method'. It features an original layer of black lacquer over which genuine gold leaf (gilding) has been applied, which shows a beautiful craquelé effect and patina that suit the age.

• Object: Standing Crowned Buddha
• Origin: Thailand
• Period: 19th century (Rattanakosin)
• Material: Gilded bronze / copper alloy
• Height: 37.5 cm
• Weight: 1452 grams
• Condition: In good antique condition. The bronze structure is solid and intact. There is visible and natural aging wear to the gilding, with some flaking and loss of the gold leaf, particularly at the rear and on the lower parts. This confirms the age and authenticity of the piece.

Details

Country of Origin
Thailand
Period
Late 19th century
Material
Bronze, Gold
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Rattanakosin standing Buddha statue
Height
37.5 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
12 cm
The NetherlandsVerified
37
Objects sold
Private

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