ANTIQUE BRONZE LAO MEDITATING SAKYAMUNI BUDDHA, LAOTIAN ART. 18/19th C.
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:31536937 | Type: Statues |
| Primary Material: Bronze | Region of Origin: Southeast Asia |
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________________________________________________________________________...___________________________INVENTORY SALE - PRICE REDUCED FROM - $799.99 - GREAT VALUE Title: Antique Bronze Statue of Meditating Lao Sakyamuni Buddha. Laotian Relic, 18/19th Century.
Description: Sacred Temple Statue of a rare and unusual Laotian Meditating Buddha, considered to be one of the earlier representations of the Buddha, portrayed seated on an elevated plinth, in the subduing Mara position, and with the head covered in hair curls and domed ushnisha with a tall ornament finial. A technique very interesting, as it demonstrates the influence of Khmer art, which started to emerge from previous styles, and spread throughout surrounding countries. xxxx The image of Buddha is depicted seated in meditation in the 'Virasana' position, with one leg atop the sole of the other foot. The left hand is resting palm-open on his lap, while the right hand forms the 'Bhumisparsa' mudra, or Calling the Earth to Witness, gesture. The Buddha is portrayed with a downcast expression, the face is serene, with well defined features, wearing a monastic garment which appears diagonally covering the left shoulders, with a wide end fold draped to his mid section. The head is covered in tightly curled hair surmouned by a hemispherical 'Ushnisha', rising to a tall ornament finial. Other features - downcast eyes, smiling mouth, small band separates the forehead from the hairline, long hands with long fingers, and elongated earlobes. xxxx Cast in bronze. The naturally aged surface is covered in a somewhat of a multi tone patina, with traces of red pigment, and green malachite oxidation developing throughout.Origin:xxxxxxxxx Laos. Laotian Art w/ Khmer Influence.Period:xxxxxxxx 18/19th Century.Composition:xx Pure Bronze known as Purple Bronze, with oxidized patina.Dimensions:xxx Height: 10.50 inches (26.67cm).Observation:xxx Excellent Condition, with minor casting flaws. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.Remarks: THIS ITEM WILL BE SHIPPED BY INTERNATIONAL AIRMAIL.Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Post Registered Airmail (3-4 weeks) or Sea Freight (4-5 weeks) depending on container size and weight. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees Taxes and related unforeseen charges, which may be assessed by the Buyers Government. All items shall include insurance, and will be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. The winning bidder agrees that any and all claims for loss, damage, or confiscated by country customs of the item will be handled solely through the insurance claims process or the shipping carrier.Items shipped by 'Boat' shall include all necessary documents required for customs clearances, including 'Bill of Lading' and transfer documents. - Purchaser is responsible for "Delivery Charges" for Ground Freight Sevice from Port of Entry to your final destination, and must be arranged between you the "Purchaser" and the Sea Freight agent upon arrival of your crate (normally you will be contacted prior to shipment's arrival). Buyer is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, Over-stay Dock fees, and related unforeseen charges, which may be assessed by the Buyers Government. NOTE: Being a religious artifact, a permit will need to be obtaind from the Archaeological Department of Fine Arts, certifying this article is allowed to leave the country of Thailand. Expect a one week delay in shipping.Terms: Pay Pal is the accepted method of payment, and must be received within 24 hours of the auction end: includes a 14 day return policy, item must be returned in the exact same condition as sold. Return shipment must be paid by the purchaser.Guarantee: 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed - We are extremely confident that all items presented from our collection are genuine antiques. In the event the authenticity of an artifact is disputed, please contact us immediately. We will refund the respective purchase price, less a 10% (ten percent) re-stocking fee, provided that the item is returned in the original condition, and at the customers expense, together with copies of the respective receipt (s) and supporting evidence from a suitable qualified authority, certifying that the item we have sent you is not antique. Siam Gallery Co. reserves the right to contest a customers assessment in the event that proof is available to support the pieces authenticity. Please e-mail us with your questions and bid with confidence. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN OUR GALLERY OF FINE ART. (c) SIAMGALLERYCO - All Rights Reserved. COPYING THIS PAGE AND ALL ITS CONTENTS IS FRAUDULENT AND VIOLATES EBAY POLICY AND WILL BE REPORTED.
