{"product_id":"large-thai-sukhothai-style-buddha-bronze-70cm","title":"Large Thai Sukhothai-Style Buddha – Bronze, 70 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 70 × W 45 cm | \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.4 kg | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thai Sukhothai-inspired | \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e probably second half 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large and exceptionally heavy seated Buddha inspired by classical Sukhothai sculpture. The calm face, flame finial and balanced seated form give the image a strong architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha is shown in bhumisparsha mudra, the earth-touching gesture associated with enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavy cast bronze with a dark patina and normal surface variation from age and handling. This example is presented as a 20th-century Sukhothai-style sculpture rather than as a period Sukhothai antique.\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\u003eThe bronze surface shows the tonal variation, patina and raised-detail wear described in the catalogue note. The 12 photographs document the sculpture from multiple angles, including the reverse and base.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361460273482,"sku":"402","price":1760.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/large-thai-sukhothai-style-buddha-bronze-70cm-catalogue-view-01.jpg?v=1787914326","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/large-thai-sukhothai-style-buddha-bronze-70cm","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}