Lot 55A
Southeast Asia, Thailand, Rattanakosin period, ca. 19th century CE. A stunning Bangkok Style (Rattanakosin) gilt brass Buddha seated in half lotus position, atop a three-tiered, flame spiked throne with front canopy, with his hands forming the earth witness mudra. The Buddha presents with a tranquil visage and characteristically long ears to represent the wealth of his previous life as Prince Gautama, as they have been stretched from wearing large earrings. In this example, he is shown after his enlightenment, as is evidenced by his large ushnisha, the pointed projection from the top of his head that symbolizes his newfound knowledge. This glimmering ornate style of Buddhist sculpture is a quintessential example of the Rattanakosin style Buddha with its sharp pointed spire (rakshmi) atop the head, flame-like motifs emerging from the shoulders and ears of the crown, beautiful robe with a floral design, elaborately decorated pedestal, and of course the brilliant gilding! Size: 8.2" W x 12.625" H (20.8 cm x 32.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-Ashland University Museum, Ashland, Ohio, USA, donated to Ashland University between July 1994 to December 1998
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance),
we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#168676
- Condition: Restoration to majority of rakshmi as shown. Minor abrasions and nicks to figure and base, with softening to some finer details, light encrustations within some recessed areas, and dripping to red pigment along verso. Base is filled with brick and mortar material for structural stability. Great patina throughout.
Accepted Forms of Payment:
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Shipping
Auction House will ship, at Buyer's expense
Artemis Fine Arts
You agree to pay a buyer's premium of 30.5% and any applicable taxes and shipping.
View full terms and conditions
| From: | To: | Increments: |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $299 | $25 |
| $300 | $999 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $1,999 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $4,999 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $9,999 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $19,999 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $49,999 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $99,999 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $199,999 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 + | $20,000 |