March Auction
Lot 127:
Northern Thai (Lan Na) Bronze Seated Buddha with Flame Aureole
Description
Southeast Asia
Seated Buddha with Flame Aureole
Bronze (copper alloy)
Cast bronze seated Buddha depicted in bhumisparsa mudra (earth-touching gesture), seated atop a lotus-petal throne and raised stepped plinth, backed by an elaborate pierced flame-leaf aureole. The Buddha is rendered with a serene expression, almond-shaped eyes, arched brows, and tightly coiled hair surmounted by an ushnisha. The aureole is ornamented with stylized flame and foliate motifs, characteristic of Northern Thai (Lan Na) Buddhist sculptural traditions.
Details
Height: approx. 24 cm
Width: approx. 11 cm
Material: cast bronze / copper alloy
Construction: cast in sections, including the pierced backplate
Surface: extensive natural oxidation and ritual wear consistent with age
Condition: surface wear; minor edge losses to the aureole; small casting apertures visible; no evidence of modern repair
Provenance
Private collection, Europe.
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