RARE BRONZE MEDITATING SAKYAMUNI BUDDHA. 'KAMPHAENG PHET' STYLE. THAILAND 19th C

Description

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Title:
Thai Bronze Seated Sakyamuni Buddha, 'Kamphaeng Phet' style. 19th C.
Overview:
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An exquisite antique 19th century Southeast Asia Bronze sculpture of a Sakyamuni Buddha, stylistically and iconographically rendered in the traditional Kampaeng Phet style of northern Thailand, depicted seated in the attitude of meditation on an elaborate scrolled three point pedestal. The figure was beautifully modeled with elegant proportion and great aestheic appeal, measuring 11.50 inches (29.21cm) in height.
Description:
Seated in the 'Virasana' posture, with one leg atop the sole of the other foot. The left hand rest palm open on his lap while the right hand forms the 'Bhumisparsa' mudra, or Calling the Earth to Witness, gesture. The image is depicted in a rather tall slim profile, wearing a long monastic robe in the 'Open Mode' diagonally over the left shoulder, leaving the right shoulder and breast uncovered, with the end fold of the robe draped over his shoulder down to his navel, and marked with a square edge. The gentle face with down cast expression bears an ovoid shape, ridged eyebrows curve like a bow above a prominent nose, eye open with incised pupils, and well shaped mouth with an insipid smile, is double outlined as if framed by a second set of lips. The head covered in large pin curls, whorled to the right, surmounted by a domed 'Ushnisha' and crowned with a tall flame-like radiance finial.
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Cast in the lost wax method, the bronze surface has aged to a rich chocolate brown patina, with traces of oxidation developing on the surface. The core within the bronze consist of a tempered sandy-clay mixtue, and is completely in tack.
Style:
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Kamphaeng Phet Meditating Buddha, 2-armed Seated Figure.
Origin:
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Thailand, Kamphaeng Phet Province, Muang District.
Period:
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19th Century.
Composition:
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Bronze copper alloy, lustrous brown patina.
Dimensions:
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Height: 11.50 inches (29.21cm).
Observation:
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Excellent condition, with minor degradation of the surface, with dings, dents, and casting flaws being a natural part of the bronze's patina. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.
Estimate Value:
,800.00 - ,000.00 (USD). We are offering this item to our Ebay audience at a considerable lower wholesale value.
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Shipping:
Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Post Register Airmail (3-4 weeks) or Sea Freight (4-5 weeks) depending on size. All items shall include insurance, and will be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, and related charges, which may be assessed by the buyer's government.
Shipping Calculations:
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NOTE: Being a religious artifact, a permit will need to be obtained from the Archaeological Department of Fine Arts, certifying this article is allowed to leave the country of Thailand. Expect a one week delay in shipping.
Terms:
Pay Pal is the accepted method of payment, and must be received within 24 hours of the auction end: includes a 14 day return policy, item must be returned in the exact same condition as sold. Return shipment must be paid by the purchaser.
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