CAT
NO: FT01
DESCRIPTION:The footprint features over 100 auspicious symbols based on Buddhist
/ Hindu beliefs about Thai Cosmology, Mythology and Royalty arranged
around central images of Mount Meru.The footprint has lotus whorls
in the toe recesses, a wheel of the law - representing the teachings
of Buddha in the centre
PERIOD: Early 19th century
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Rattanakosin, Thailand
CONSTRUCTION:Bronze
RARITY AND CONDITION:Extremely rare, good condition, some possible cleaning
/ restoration,
expected day to day wear (see photos)
HEIGHT IN INCHES: 48"
WIDTH / LENGTH: 23"
WEIGHT IN KILOS: Over 70klg.
PROVENANCE: Acquired from a Thai collector
EVALUATION APPRAISAL: In wonderful condition with excellent quaility workmanship of the highest order. A little weathered as to be expected but still a very desirable item.An imposing piece with very strong presence
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