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Pair of Patinated Gilt Bronze Buddhist Apostles
Located in Chicago, IL
These marvelously fluid and artistic figures were cast from bronze in the style of Northern Thailand and Burma. According to Buddhist tradition, the Buddha had two first Chief Disciples, Sāriputta and Moggallāna. They were wealthy young men seeking after higher knowledge and enlightenment and always depicted in elegant robes and often with unshaven heads. Depictions of these greatly -revered apostles are often found along side Buddha statues and holy angels...
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Thai Sandstone Torso of Buddha
Located in Chicago, IL
This sizeable torso is from Ayutthaya, and is one of three pieces that made up a figural sculpture of Buddha. Comprised of elegant curves and soft lines, the details of diaphanous ro...
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Antique 18th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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A Brass Sculpture of Lioness with Lion Cubs
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage brass sculpture of a lioness and her cubs, is from Mumbai, India, and was cast in the early 1960's. . A Lion is depicted in various ancient Indian temples and monuments, symbolizing strength and majesty. Lion statues are commonly found at the entrances of temples as guardians. In this case, judging by its size, it was likely from a wealthy family. The Indian lion...
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Late 20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures

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A Teak Wood Sculpture of a Cambodian Apsara Goddess
Located in Chicago, IL
Newly carved from reclaimed teakwood, this bust takes the form of an apsara. With origins in both Hindu and Buddhist mythology, Apsaras are female spirits of the clouds and waters. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Figurative Sculptures

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A Teak Wood Sculpture of a Cambodian Apsara Goddess
Located in Chicago, IL
Newly carved from reclaimed teakwood, this bust takes the form of a Cambodian apsara. With origins in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, Apsaras are female spirits of the clouds and water...
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Cherub Carved from Wood with Polychrome & Gilt
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian cherub, carved from linden wood wood. This graceful and exceptionally well-carved figure was likely part of an altar ensemble. The eyes and face are particularly well-form...
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

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