ANTIQUE BRONZE MEDITATING BUDDHA AMULET - MON DVARAVATI INFLUENCE. 19th C
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:46128214 | Age: 19th C. |
| Original/Reproduction: Antique Original | Primary Material: Bronze |
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Title: Antique Bronze Meditating Ayutthaya Buddha Amulet, Mon Dvaravati Influence. Solid Bronze Cast. Circa: 19th Century.Description: An exceptional antique amulet of Copper alloy, acquired from a temple precinct in the ...old Ayutthaya city of north central Thailand. Sculpted in the form of a meditating Buddha, the figure was primarily cast from a special process of 'smelting' metal, in accordance with the Buddhist Scripture of mixing 'magic' metals - a highly valuable composition for making supernatural amulets, with each type of metal having their own unique characteristics that provide important design elements in the overall construction. The primary ingredience here being 'Copper' (90%) and 'Tin' (10%), obtained from the smelting of sacred metals and religious artifact fragments. Several holy minerals were than added in completing the purity of the metal - for instance black mercury from Laos, Nampy Steel from Prasaeng pond in Utaradit province, and the most sacred and important rare mineral was Chaonamngern (Blue Metal) found only in some heavily wooded areas in the mountainous regions of Thailand. In addition, prior to the actual manufacturing of these sacred Amulets - magic letters and drawings are created according to ancient holy scriptures, established by master Buddhist Monks; along with extensive ceremonial prayer, practiced by the gathering of several temple monks, by which is said to enhance the power of the amulet with invincible and psychic powers. After production of the amulet - they are blessed and consecrated through infinte virtues and supreme meditative powers. Image Details: Sacred Temple Amulet of a meditating Ayutthaya Buddha, displaying Mon Dvaravati influence, depicted seated coss-legged in the 'Vajrasana' pose with both soles of the feet pointed upwards. The hands overlap one another displaying the 'Dhyana' mudra, the attainment of spiritual perfection, and the concentration on good law, gesture. The symmetrically arranged figure is modeled with a somewhat flattened profile, dressed in monks attire with the robe covering both shoulders. The diaphanous garment itself is simplistic in design, draped over the arms, hint of a belt at the waist shown at the front and curved at the back . xxxx The face is portrayed with a refine remote appearance with almond-shaped eyes lowered in meditation, arched eyebrows join in the middle above a prominent nose, a well shaped mouth with an insipid smile, and elongated earlobes rest at the shoulders. The head is covered in large hair curls surmounted by a domed-shaped 'Ushnisha'. The surface has a naturally aged oxidized patina of green malachite developing throughout. Thai people believe this particular image is especially powerful in securing great wealth and fortune for its owner or possessor. Origin:xxxxxxxxx Temple District, Ayutthaya Province, Thailand.Period:xxxxxxxx Mon Dvaravati Style, 19th Century.Composition:xx Cast of Solid Bronze, with verdigris patina.Dimensions:xxx Height: 4.25 inches (10.80cm).Observation:xxx Excellent Condition, with minor chips, dings, & casting flaws. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.Remarks:xxx Heavy Solid Bronze.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 include insurance, and will 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. 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