{"product_id":"antique-thai-sukhothai-revival-buddha-gilt-bronze-1900-1920-54cm","title":"Antique Thai Sukhothai Revival Buddha – Gilt Bronze, ca. 1900–1920, 54 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 54 × W 42 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilt bronze \/ copper alloy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thailand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sukhothai Revival\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attributed to circa 1900–1920\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLater provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reportedly in a Dutch private collection for more than 60 years\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large Thai Buddha seated in \u003cem\u003ebhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/em\u003e, made in the elegant Sukhothai Revival idiom popular around the turn of the 20th century. The elongated proportions, flame finial and broad lotus-based composition create a strong altar presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surface retains worn gilding and darker patina in protected areas. The gilt technique and dating are described conservatively from the present catalogue record; surface fluorescence or microscopy alone is not treated as definitive proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique condition with gilt wear, patina, oxidation and age-related surface variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBhumisparsha Mudra is the earth-touching gesture associated with Shakyamuni calling the earth to witness his awakening. The lowered right hand turns the stable seated image into a direct reference to the moment of Enlightenment.\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 17 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":63361552089418,"sku":"538","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/antique-thai-sukhothai-revival-buddha-gilt-bronze-1900-1920-54cm-surface-and-patina-detail-01.jpg?v=1787915635","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/antique-thai-sukhothai-revival-buddha-gilt-bronze-1900-1920-54cm","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}