{"product_id":"antieke-19e-eeuwse-thaise-bronzen-sukhothai-boeddha-premium","title":"Antique 19th-Century Thai Bronze Sukhothai Buddha – Premium Heavy Casting (47.5 cm \/ 12.6 kg)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis antique 19th-century Thai bronze Buddha statue embodies the pure, flowing elegance of the classic \u003cstrong\u003eSukhothai style\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted during the Rattanakosin period. Standing at 47.5 cm tall and 31.0 cm wide, this sculpture possesses a monumental and serene presence. The statue is masterfully cast with exceptionally thick, historic bronze walls, which is directly reflected in its impressive, heavy weight of no less than 12.6 kg. The Buddha is seated in the iconic \u003cem\u003eBhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/em\u003e on a stylized double row of lotus leaves (Padmasana).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis masterpiece was selected purely for its aesthetic perfection, casting quality, and massive density. A flawless art investment for the purist collector or as a calming centerpiece in a high-end Zen interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpiritual Significance \u0026amp; Iconography\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eBhumisparsha mudra\u003c\/em\u003e (the gesture of the earth as witness) symbolizes the moment of enlightenment, wherein the Buddha touches the earth with the fingertips of his right hand to call upon it as a witness to his steadfastness against the temptations of the demon king Mara. This sculpture displays the ultimate characteristics of the Sukhothai art renaissance: a beautifully elongated, oval face with a refined aquiline nose profile, downcast eyes in deep meditation, and a prominent, flaming \u003cstrong\u003eKetumala\u003c\/strong\u003e (flame finial) on the ushnisha reflecting transcendent spiritual energy. Over the left shoulder falls the traditional \u003cem\u003eSanghati\u003c\/em\u003e (monk's robe), which forms a characteristic, bifurcated pleat just above the navel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eForensic Material Analysis \u0026amp; Patina\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Casting Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e The hollow interior of the base preserves the thick, untouched, and partially fossilized remains of the original pre-industrial casting core, consisting of a traditional matrix of clay, river sand, and organic ash (\u003cem\u003ecire perdue\u003c\/em\u003e or lost wax method).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePristine Bronze Layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The statue possesses a magnificent, naturally aged deep olive-green and charcoal-brown bronze skin. High-friction zones such as the knees and chest show a mild, organic sheen that is a direct result of decades of historical devotional touches. The skin is completely free of modern chemical acid washes or artificial green coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Provenance Markers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Along the bottom edge are old, vintage felt protective pads, carefully applied at the time by an earlier European connoisseur to protect valuable furniture from the heavy, brutal bronze edge of 12.6 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Sukhothai (Rattanakosin period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality bronze (Solid, thick-walled casting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height 47.5 cm | Width 31.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.6 kg (Premium heavy class)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent sacred condition with an untouched, historically layered patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57611065786699,"sku":"514","price":2315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-19e-eeuwse-thaise-bronzen-sukhothai-boeddha-premium-1.jpg?v=1781777043","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antieke-19e-eeuwse-thaise-bronzen-sukhothai-boeddha-premium","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}