{"product_id":"antique-thai-gilt-bronze-buddha-lotus-1920-55cm","title":"Antique Thai Gilt Bronze Buddha on Lotus – ca. 1920, 55 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 55 × W 43 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 9 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilt bronze\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thailand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1920 \/ first half of the 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large Thai seated Buddha on a double lotus pedestal, cast in bronze and retaining an attractive aged gilded surface. The calm facial expression, balanced proportions and broad lotus base give the sculpture a strong temple-like presence without excessive ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surviving gilding is naturally worn on exposed areas, while darker patina remains in protected recesses. This contrast is an important part of the object's historical appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition with wear to the gilding, patina and normal age-related surface marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composed posture and restrained expression belong to the visual language of Buddhist devotional sculpture. Balance, stillness and clearly readable gestures allow the image to function both as a sacred object and as a focused sculptural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurviving gilding, darker recessed areas and wear on raised details create a layered surface. The 16 photographs document the remaining finish, patina, casting and base from multiple viewpoints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361457258826,"sku":"569","price":1375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/antique-thai-gilt-bronze-buddha-lotus-1920-55cm-base-detail-01.jpg?v=1787913987","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/antique-thai-gilt-bronze-buddha-lotus-1920-55cm","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}