Early Ayuthaya Kingdom Gold (22,45 Karat) and Silver Foiled Terracotta Core Sitting Buddha on Ornated Silver Throne with XRF Test - 134 mm

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A gold (22.45 karat) sitting Buddha statue on an ornate silver throne from the Early Ayutthaya Kingdom (14th–15th century), in good condition with a preserved antique patina.

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A rare gold ( 22,45 Karat )sitting Buddha statue on silver throne from the ancient Siamese culture, Early Ayuthaya Kingdom, 14/15th century .

In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. XRF Test.

Purchased mid 90's in Bangkok by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.

Important information :

The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.

Provenance :

This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.

Publications :

More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.

A rare gold ( 22,45 Karat )sitting Buddha statue on silver throne from the ancient Siamese culture, Early Ayuthaya Kingdom, 14/15th century .

In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. XRF Test.

Purchased mid 90's in Bangkok by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.

Important information :

The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.

Provenance :

This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.

Publications :

More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.

Details

Culture
Early Ayuthaya Kingdom
Century/ Timeframe
14/15th century
Name of object
Sitting Buddha on Ornated Silver Throne with XRF Test
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1995
Material
Gold (22,45 Karat) and Silver Foiled Terracotta Core
Country acquired from
Thailand
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
134 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
70 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Thailand
Depth
35 mm
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