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Khmer Style Bronze Figure of a Standing Buddha, Mid-20th Century, Thailand

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A lovely vintage Khmer style cast and patinated bronze figure of a standing Buddha, mid-20th century, Thailand or Cambodia. The Buddha is portrayed standing upright upon a low, plain square plinth. He is dressed in dhoti with decorated hems, and tied with an elaborate belt. His outer robe is slung over the shoulders, and flares out behind him like a cape. His chest bare. The Buddha performs abhaya mudra, the gesture of reassurance and dispelling fear. He holds one arm out, bent at the elbow, palm facing outwards. His other arm held loosely at his side, also whit the palm facing outwards. Both hands feature a spiral mark to the center of the palm. The Buddha's face with Khmer influenced features, including wide open almond shaped eyes, a squared off mouth, and a broad nose. Long, narrow ears frame his face. His hair is arranged in the typical fashion of rows of tight curls. A lotus bud or flame finial tops the low ushnisha. The figure heavily cast. The patinated bronze of overall dark brown with reddish highlights.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. The bronze patinated. A casting flaw to the back of one leg by the ankle.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU894727039282
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