Extremely Rare Early 19C Wood Thai Lanna Buddha #TA01

CAT NO: TA01

DESCRIPTION:Buddha sitting 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

PERIOD: Early 19th century

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Lanna , Thailand

CONSTRUCTION: Wood

RARITY AND CONDITION:Extremely Rare, good condition, some possible cleaning / restoration,

expected day to day wear (see photos)

HEIGHT IN INCHES:51"
WIDTH / LENGTH: 14"
WEIGHT IN KILOS: Over 50 klg.

PROVENANCE:From the sale of a private estate in Thailand
EVALUATION APPRAISAL: An imposing piece with very strong presence