Discover the fascinating world of Arakanese Buddhist art, from the sacred Mahamuni Buddha and the cult of Kassapa, Gautama and Maitreya to the distinctive bronzes and fortress-like temples of Mrauk-U. Shaped by centuries of trade, warfare and cultural exchange, Arakan developed one of the most original traditions of Buddhist sculpture in Myanmar.

Discover the fascinating world of U Thong Buddhist sculpture, a pivotal tradition that emerged in central Thailand between the ancient Dvaravati and Khmer/Lopburi traditions and the rise of Ayutthaya. Explore the distinctive features of U Thong Buddhas and how Khmer influence was transformed into one of the foundations of early Thai Buddhist art.

The famous Lion Type 1 Buddha has long fascinated collectors and scholars of Lanna art. Explore the changing interpretation of these distinctive northern Thai bronzes, from their early classification as ancient masterpieces to the more complex understanding of their historical development.