Antique Thai Buddha Statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra - 18th/19th Century Rattanakosin Style - Gilded Bronze
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- Posture
- Seated
- Weight
- 1.4 kg
- Reference
- 654
A Museum-Quality Thai Buddha Statue in Bhumisparsha Mudra
This sublime, antique bronze Buddha statue marks the refined transition from the late Ayutthaya to the early Rattanakosin period (18th to early 19th century). The statue captures the Buddha at the ultimate moment of enlightenment: the Bhumisparsha Mudra, in which he invokes the earth as a witness to his victory over Mara. A powerful symbol of spiritual authority and transcendent wisdom.
History & Style
The statue bears witness to classic Thai aesthetics with a tall, slender torso and a refined oval face. The high, flaming rasmi on the ushnisha symbolizes divine enlightenment. The Buddha is seated in the half-lotus position on a minimalist, sleek throne base, placing the focus on the restrained elegance of the form.
Material & Macro-Analysis
Crafted using the traditional 'lost-wax' method and finished with authentic gold leaf on a dark lacquer base. Authenticity is confirmed by microscopic analysis: the gold is thick in the folds of the smile, while on the chin it has worn away wafer-thin due to centuries of devotional touch. In the deepest grooves, natural copper oxidation (malachite) manifests itself, having grown through the lacquer layer from the bronze. The underside reveals the original casting core with traces of carbonization, characteristic of a pre-industrial altarpiece.
Technical Specifications
| Period | 18th - early 19th century |
| Style | Late Ayutthaya / Early Rattanakosin |
| Material | Gilded bronze, lacquer, gold leaf |
| Height | 30.0 cm |
| Width | 17.0 cm |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
This sculpture is a rare investment for the serious collector. The tangible integrity of the cast core and the layered patina make this a spiritual anchor point that adds tranquility and historical depth to any exclusive interior.
Each object is examined before it is offered: material, casting or carving technique, surface, and signs of age are compared with documented references. You will receive a certificate of authenticity and an official invoice detailing the period, material, and available provenance.
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For more than 30 years, we have been researching Asian art. Each object is inspected in advance with a microscope and UV light. Findings regarding material, style, and iconography form the basis for our assessment of dating, condition, and quality — and for the price.
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