Antique Ava Bronze Buddha
Style
Ava-period Burmese Buddhist sculpture depicting the Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra, the earth-touching gesture symbolising the Buddha's enlightenment. The figure retains its original gilding, adding a luminous devotional quality and providing valuable evidence of its original ritual appearance.
Period
17th Century, Ava Kingdom, Burma (Myanmar). The sculpture belongs to the Ava tradition, an important period in Burmese Buddhist art known for its refined bronze images and distinctive devotional character.
Material
Cast bronze with original gold gilding preserved on the surface.
Size
Height: 12 cm.
Provenance
Private French collection
Condition
Good