CAT NO:BB194

DESCRIPTION:Buddha sitting with one leg folded over the other, with his right hand on the knee and the left in his lap (Virasana and the Bhumisparsa mudra).

Usually interpreted as the Buddha calling the earth to witness his good deeds in front of Mara.

The early bronze Chiangsang Buddha Images were created during the period when

Chiangsang Buddha casters were still searhing for Chiangsang art.

PERIOD: Early 19th century

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Chiangsang, Thailand

CONSTRUCTION: Bronze

RARITY AND CONDITION: Extremely rare, good condition, some possible cleaning / restoration,
expected day to day wear (see photos)

HEIGHT IN INCHES: 25"
WIDTH / LENGTH: 15"
WEIGHT IN KILOS: Over 01klg.

PROVENANCE: From the sale of a private estate in Thailand

EVALUATION APPRAISAL:An imposing piece with very strong presence.

A very impressive, almost museum quality piece, with stunning workmanship and beautiful detail. Some natural wear and tear but still exceptional.One of the rarest pieces on sale at present