Antique Bronze Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra
Style
Ayutthaya Buddhist art. The Buddha is seated in Bhumisparsha Mudra, the earth-touching gesture symbolising the moment of enlightenment. The imposing scale, serene expression and formal composition reflect the refined sculptural tradition of the Ayutthaya Kingdom.
Period
17th–18th Century, Ayutthaya Period, Thailand. The sculpture belongs to the mature and late phases of Ayutthaya Buddhist art, a period renowned for sophisticated bronze casting and monumental devotional imagery.
Material
Cast bronze with an aged surface and patina.
Size
Height: 78 cm
Lap width (knee to knee): 19 inches.
Provenance
French collection
Condition
The back of the neck shows a small, old restoration. The damage looks like a failed attempt to cut off the head.
 
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