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Title: Antique Bronze Sukhothai Walking Buddha in Vitarkamudra, Ayutthaya Influence. 17/18th C. Thailand.

Subtitle: Late Sukhothai to Early Ayutthaya Style - An amazing bronze sculpture carved by an inspired, highly skilled artisan.

Overview: Buddha of the Sukhothai period are elegant, with sinuous bodies, which convey a sense of rhythmic motion as if by mystical means levitating. This style emphasizes the spiritual aspect of the Buddha by accentuating many anatomical details, such as being modeled with dramatically curved contours, having well defined broad shoulders, inflated chest, massive thighs and arms round like elephant trunks, long enough to touch his knees. The skin is smooth covered by a clinging diaphanous garment, draping the left shoulder, with the outline of the undergarment belt clearly visible at the waist, and gracefully descending down to the garment’s hem.

Description: An amazing rendition portrayed simple and elegant, with the elements of form and proportion typical of Sukhothai statuary, depicted walking with his right heel lifted and the left foot forward. The right arm draped to his right side, while the left arm is bent at the elbow with the hand raised in performing the 'Vitarka' mudra, the gesture of teaching and discussion.

XXX Buddha is modeled with smooth long limbs, shown wearing clothing draped loosely around the body. The hair is knotted in snail-shell shaped spirals, densely packed with outlined curls of the head separating the hairline from his forehead, rising to a flame-like Ushnisha. The face is oval with realistic features, eyes are half-closed and contemplative, eyebrows arched, prominent nose, bow-shaped lips with an insipid smile, and a cleft chin. The entirety stands on a double lotus base with stamens surrounding the Buddha.

Remarks: Based on the style and accuracy of detail, this image of a Walking Buddha was probably produced during a transitional period when the Sukhothai kingdom began to lose its power and it was absorbed into the Kingdom of Ayutthaya.

Origin:xxxxxxxxx Temple District, Sukhothai Province, Thailand.

Period:xxxxxxxx 17/18th Century.

Composition:xx Bronze. Lost-wax cast. Tempered clay core. Naturally aged patina.

Dimensions:xxx Height: 19.50 inches (49.53cm).

Observation:xxx Excellent Condition, with minor surface abrasions, chips, dings, & casting flaws. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.

Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Post Register Airmail (3-4 weeks) or Sea Freight (4-5 weeks) depending on size. All items shall be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, and related charges, which may be assessed by the buyer's government.

Shipping Calculations: Cost of shipping is determined by the weight of the packaged item, plus the cost of the packing supplies, plus the registration & export license fees (applicable on all religious artifacts). Please keep in mind that Ebay and Paypal take a combined commission fee of almost 15 percent, automatically deducted from the shipping charges, which we have offset in the shipping total. We do not profit on shipping fees and do our best to arrive at the most accurate and fair price for all parties involved.

NOTE: Being a religious artifact, a permit will need to be obtained 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.

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