Bronze Mucalinda Buddha / Burma / Myanmar / Late 18th–Early 19th century / 10.5 cm - Bronze - Myanmar - End of the 18th century – Beginning of the 19th century –

Kondaung Period (circa 1770/1820)
Small votive bronze statuette depicting the Buddha seated in meditation (dhyana mudra), protected by the seven-headed naga Mucalinda forming a canopy above his head.
The Buddha is depicted seated cross-legged on a flaring throne, hands joined in meditation. The stylized naga unfolds behind him, its seven heads forming a protective motif characteristic of this iconography.
Burmese (Myanmar) work attributed to the Kondaung period.
Lost-wax casting - Hollow bottom, in keeping with traditional techniques -
Traces of original gilding and beautiful natural green oxidation patina, attest to the object's age.
Good overall condition, wear and oxidation consistent with age - Old patina - No structural damage -
Dimensions 3.5 cm x 10.5 cm
Weight 118.3 grams (without shipping protections)
A beautiful example of an ancient Burmese votive statuette, with a sober and authentic presence
Carefully shipped by Colissimo insured value