A Fine 14th /15th Century Bronze Head Of Buddha. Kingdom Of Ayutthaya
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:24052383 | Primary Material: Bronze |
Original/Repro: Antique Original | Age: Pre-1800 |
Region of Origin: Southeast Asian | Product: Buddha |
The head is sensitively rendered with a softly contoured face features centered on a patrician nose.
The Buddha gazes serenely downwards from half closed almond shaped eyes and high, arched brows. Soft, full lips are pursed into an enigmatic smile. Ears with long, pendulous earlobes frame his narrow face.
A thin band separates the face from the neat rows of curls of the Buddha's hair. A prono...unced ushnisha rises from the crown of the head, and is surmounted by a flame finial.
Mounted on a small wood stand.
In superb condition with a beautiful and complex patina of mottled greens, browns and reds.Provenance: A single owner collection passed down by decent. Please see other pieces listed from this collection. The head 16.5cm
The Stand 6 5cm high
Total 23cm high. Please view the photos as they are a vital part of the description.