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Antique Carved Gilt Wood Standing Buddha Thailand 19th Century Rattanakosin Kingdom

$47041% Off$795

Killingworth, CT

Condition Notes: Good antique condition wear and minor losses commensurate of age. Please view photos. Good antique condition wear and minor losses commensurate of age. Please view photos. less

Description: Original Antique Thailand Rattanakosin period Standing Buddha Sculpture gold gilt carved wood, circa late 19th. measures 17 " H x … more Original Antique Thailand Rattanakosin period Standing Buddha Sculpture gold gilt carved wood, circa late 19th. measures 17 " H x 4"W x 4" D The standing figure is costumed in robes reminiscent of Thai royal attire and wears a tall flame-like crown. This spiked crown is known as an ushnisha, and signifies wisdom and the spiritual power of the Buddha's enlightenment. The Buddha holds both his hands outwards in the abhaya mudra, a gesture of protection and fearlessness known in Thailand as "Calming the Waters." In very good antique condition some minor loses and wear commensurate of age.

The Rattanakosin kingdom is one of the most powerful kingdoms in the history of Siam. Unlike Sukothai and Lanna styles, which vanished, Rattanakosin style was the continuation of Ayutthaya style and quite different from other styles.

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Killingworth, CT

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