RARE GILDED BRONZE MEDITATING AYUTTHAYA CROWNED BUDDHA, MID 17th C. THAILAND

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RARE GILDED BRONZE MEDITATING AYUTTHAYA CROWNED BUDDHA, MID 17th C. THAILAND:
$4699.99

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Rare Gilded Bronze Ayutthaya Crowned Buddha. Mid 17th C. Thailand.

Description: We are pleased to offer this exquisite Bronze image of a Meditating Ayutthaya Crowned Buddha, unearthed from a collapsed Stupa, in the central region of Thailand. The relic was discovered amongst similar images of different sizes, buried beneath the stupa rubble. The figure remains in its original condition as found, with stylistic considerations indicating an age of 350 years old or earlier.

The figure is portrayed meditating in a seated or \'Virasana\' pose, with one leg atop the sole of the other foot. The hands overlap one another displaying the \'Dhyana\' mudra, the attainment of spiritual prefection, and the concentration on good law, gesture. The symmetrically arranged figure is modeled with a somewhat flattened profile, covered by the barest hint of a robe, a smooth clinging diaphanous garment, which covers both shoulders and is indicated by a incised line at the neck.

The face with indigenous characteristic, depicts a serene meditative expression with down-cast almond-shaped eyes open, arched eyebrows carved in relief, join in the middle above a prominent nose, and well shaped lips with a smiling mouth. The head is adorned with a \'Mukuta\' style crown, surmounted by a domed-shaped \'Ushnisha\', consisting graduated round-edged sections divided by rings, and which terminate into a tall gem radiant finial. The crown itself is ornamented with projecting flanges at both sides, and incised wire-like designs across the front of the crown. At the back, below the major band is a plate covering the lower part of the head, bearing cross-hatch diamond patterns, incised.

Thinly cast in the lost wax method, the bronze alloy is extremely light in weight, with the surface covered in blackened lacquer and a heavy overlayment of gilt-gold lacquer pigment, with traces of green malachite growth on the exposed bronze areas. The core with in the bronze consist of a tempered sandy-clay mixture, with the metal gauged at approximately 0.15cm thickness, which is typical in Ayutthaya images.

Data Observation: Excellent condition, with minor wear, and gilding loss. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.

Dimensions: Height: 10.125 inches (25.72cm)

Origin: Ayutthaya, Central Thailand.

Estimate Value: We are offering this item to our audience at a considerable lower wholesale value.

Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Post Register Airmail (3-4 weeks) or Sea Freight (4-5 weeks) depending on container size and weight. All items shall include insurance, and will be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, and related charges, which may be assessed by the buyer\'s government.The winning buyer agrees that any and all claims for loss, damage, or confiscated by country customs of the item will be handled solely through the insurance claims process or the shipping carrier.

Important Note: Being a religious artifact, we must obtain an export license from the Archaeology and Fine arts Department of Thailand, prior to shipment of this item outside the country; expect a one week delay.

Terms: Pay Pal is the accepted method of payment, and must be received within 24 hours of the sale end: includes a 7 day return policy, item must be returned in the exact same condition as sold. Return shipment must be paid by the purchaser.

Guarantee: 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed - We are extremely confident that all items presented from our collection are genuine antiques. In the event the authenticity of an artifact is disputed, please contact us immediately. We will refund the respective purchase in full, provided that the item is returned in the original condition, and at the customers expense, together with copies of the respective receipt (s) and supporting evidence from a suitable qualified authority, certifying that the item we have sent you is not antique. Siam Gallery Co. reserves the right to contest a customers assessment in the event that proof is available to support the pieces authenticity. Please e-mail us with your questions and offer with confidence.

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