How can you tell whether a bronze Buddha statue is genuinely antique? In this detailed examination of a 42 cm Thai Walking Buddha, we explore the characteristic style and sculptural mastery of the Sukhothai school, together with microscopic evidence of corrosion, mineralisation, surviving lacquer and later cleaning. The convergence of these observations points to an authentic antique Sukhothai Walking Buddha and reveals the fascinating material history preserved within its br

The Sukhothai Walking Buddha is one of the most elegant and recognizable creations of Thai Buddhist art. Explore the origins of the graceful Phra Leela, its connection with earlier Buddhist traditions and the artistic innovations that transformed the Buddha into an image of movement and spiritual grace.