RARE BRONZE MEDITATING UTHONG BUDDHA. AYUTTHAYA TEMPLE RELIC 19/20th C.

Description: SIAM GALLERY Co. INVESTMENT LEVEL ANTIQUITIES, COLLECTIBLES, AND DECORATIVE ART BURMA. CAMBODIA. CHINA. INDIA. INDONESIA. JAPAN. LANKA. LAO. THAILAND. TIBET. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ > Title: Antique Bronze Meditating Uthong 'B' Buddha, Ayutthaya Temple Relic. Thailand 19/20th C. RARE SACRED MEDITATING BUDDHA TEMPLE RELIC Overview: An exquisite 19th to 20th century Southeast Asian bronze sculpture of a Sakyamuni Buddha, stylistically and iconographically rendered in traditional Uthong style, from a temple precinct in northern Thailand. The figure is depicted seated in meditation on an elaborate pedestal, intricately modeled with elegant stance and aesthetic alignment, measuring 15.50 inches (39.37cm) in height. Description: Buddha is presented in a typical Uthong 'B' profile, influenced by early Ayutthaya types and distinguished by a more slender form, and whose effect is enhanced by a tall ushnisha and flamed ornament. The buddha image is a magnigicent bronze statue of impressive authority, beautifully rendered with precise detailing, balance, and aesthetic alignment. XXX The figure is portrayed seated in the 'Maravijaya' mudra, with his right hand left of his knee, and the left hand rest palm open on the lap. The posture is Virasana, with one leg atop the sole of the other foot. The profile is tall and narrow with an elongated torso, wearing a long monastic robe worn diagonally covers the left shoulder, leaving the right bare, and is indicated by a thickened edge. The end flap hangs down from the shoulders to the midriff and resembles a strap. A flat belt is visible at the waist. XXX The face has a refine remote appearance characterized by an oval shape, with a serene expression and down-cast eyes. The arched eyebrows are marked by incision, meeting at the top of a prominent nose. The mouth with the barest hint of a smile, has fully outlined lips, defined by an incised line, almost as though they were a second set of lips framing the inner set. The elongated earlobes extend short of the shoulders framing his face. XXX The forehead is marked by a small curved band which separates the face from the hairline. The head is covered in small rasp-like curls, surmounted by a hemispherical ' Ushnisha', topped by a tall flame finial, set in a cup. XXX The inward curved base is a distinct feature of the Uthong Buddha, and is shaped like a thick disk, deeply indented along the edge like a pulley wheel laid on its side. The base was contracted with a short foot, with a narrow projecting rim or lip on the bottom. The image was casted in the lost wax method as one piece, including the head, arms, hands, and flame finial. The smooth well preserved bronze surface has a naturally aged chocolate brown patina, with traces of green malachite oxidation developing on the surface. The core within the bronze fills the upper chest, body and base, hollowed where the armature once existed; consisting of a tempered sandy clay mixture completely in tack. Small porosities exist, which occured as a result from the original casting as well. Origin:xxxxxxxxx Temple District, North Central Thailand. Period:xxxxxxxx 18/19th Century. Composition:xx Bronze. Lost-wax cast, aged patina, with remnants of gilt gold and black lacquer. Dimensions:xxx Height: 15.50 inches (39.37cm). Observation:xxx Excellent Condition, with minor chips, dings, & casting flaws. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item. Estimate: $6,500 - $8,500 (USD). 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Price: 2549.99 USD

Location: Bangkok

End Time: 2024-11-28T00:31:45.000Z

Shipping Cost: 147 USD