Lot n° 236
Estimation :
700 - 1000
EUR
SUPERB BRONZE BUDDHA in bronze in meditation posture "Vayras - Lot 236
SUPERB BRONZE BUDDHA in bronze in meditation posture "Vayrasava" sitting on the coiled body of a Naga, Rattanakosin style, also called Bangkok style, Thailand 19th century. Here the ancient Indian spirit of water taking the form of a cobra. The seven-headed snake forms a dramatic nimbus around the upper part of the Buddha, framing the expressive face of the Buddha. The distinctive curly headdress of the Buddha is typical of Thai representations. A flame of enlightenment rises from the top of his ushnisa, symbolizing the Buddha's infinite wisdom. The Buddha wears a robe decorated with floral motifs, a type specific to the Rattanakosin era, from the reign of Rama III (1824 AD). Very nice condition for this black and red lacquered gilt bronze, some mirror inlays remain on the back. Dimensions : H.35 L.19 P.18.
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