{"product_id":"antique-thai-sukhothai-style-buddha-bronze-19th-century","title":"Antique Thai Sukhothai-Style Buddha – Bronze, 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis substantial 19th-century Thai bronze Buddha is modelled in a Sukhothai-inspired style associated with the Rattanakosin period. Seated in bhumisparsha mudra on a lotus base, the sculpture combines elegant Thai proportions with a dense, weighty casting and a layered olive-brown patina. At 47.5 cm high and 12.6 kg, it has a strong sculptural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eForm and iconography\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha is shown seated with the right hand reaching toward the earth in bhumisparsha mudra, the gesture associated with the moment of enlightenment. The elongated silhouette, fine facial modelling, flame-shaped finial and restrained robe treatment reflect the enduring influence of classical Sukhothai imagery in later Thai Buddhist sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBronze and surface\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe figure is hollow cast in a copper-alloy bronze using a traditional lost-wax process. The open underside retains casting-core material, while the exterior shows an aged surface ranging from olive green to dark brown. Smoother areas on the knees and torso contrast with more protected patinated recesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood historic condition with casting irregularities, surface wear, oxidation and patina consistent with age. Old felt pads are present on the underside. Please review the photographs carefully as part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sukhothai-inspired, Rattanakosin period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bhumisparsha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 47.5 × W 31 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 514\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361441956170,"sku":"514","price":1980.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/antique-thai-sukhothai-buddha-bronze-front-view.jpg?v=1787893360","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/antique-thai-sukhothai-style-buddha-bronze-19th-century","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}