Massive Rattanakosin standing buddhist monk 
This 19th-century Thai statue is a Rattanakosin standing Buddhist monk, notable for its impressive size. The monk is depicted with his hands pressed together in the Anjali mudra (a gesture of reverence and greeting). The figure has a serene, meditative expression, with downcast eyes and a subtle smile. The hair is rendered in tight, spiral curls, which are gilt, contrasting with the dark patina of the bronze body. The monk wears a simple robe draped over the left shoulder, with an elegant sash crossing the chest. The statue's provenance is from the renowned Nagel auction house, a detail that attests to its quality and significance.
19th c Thailand
ex Nagel auction
112cm high w/o stand