Thai Furniture

This bust is a beautiful representation of lord Brahma. Brahma is a part of the holy trinity of Hinduism along with Vishnu the Preserver and Shiva the destroyer. He is depicted in Hi...

A remarkable pair of Thai Ayutthaya period bronze crowned Buddha mounted on wood display stands. Thailand. 17th/18th Century Dimensions: (approx) Head: 15" High, 7.75" Wide, 6" Deep (tallest) Overall: tbd Provenance / Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. 2024 March Fine & Decorative Asian Art Signature Catalog Auction #8155 Lot #78357 Condition Report: Attractive pair with beautifully aged patina, condition commensurate of age, use, and exposure. Scattered areas of desirable verdigris green patina and oxidation throughout to each. Minor loss to front shell point of one example. Small holes scattered throughout and scews/nails through each fixing both examples to wooden bases. Both well preserved and present superbly History: The first Crowned Buddha images or Jambupati Buddha statues are known to have been originated from the Pyu, where the Indian influence of Buddhist arts and non-Theravada Buddhism was extremely felt in those days. There may have been various background stories behind the crowned Buddha statues in the course of history but one of the most popular stories goes by the legend of Jambupati. This particular legend is not known in the home of Buddhism India, however the crowned Buddha statues have been attached to the name Jambupati as the Buddha is believed to have humbled a boastful and arrogant king Jambupati. The story goes on about how the Buddha transformed himself into a mighty king with a crown and jewelry and set himself a majestic yet incomparable palace. Seeing this, the king accepted the great ability of the Buddha and submitted himself to the Dharma and became a Buddhist monk. This particular story has gained a lot of popularity and stood the test of time in Burma as the number of Crowned Buddha statues in Burma is considerably great in amount. There are also other versions of the background story of crowned statues...

Awesome pair of Southeast Asian rain drum side tables made of bronze. They are absolutely gorgeous, they have a lot of great features, including two elephants going down. These side ...

A Ulo Akha woman's Tribal headdress adorned with framework of bamboo, beads, pompons, seeds and other unique items. Immerse yourself in the rich cul...

Thai Dancer in a classic pose, balancing on a wooden base. Graceful and expertly executed. The losses of paint in some places lend to the beauty of the piece.  

Exquisite Vintage 1950s Handcrafted Wooden Marionette with Burmese String, Reflecting Asian Opera Artistry. This splendid Burmese-Thai marionette is a testament to masterful hand carving and intricate hand painting. Adorned with ornate fabrics in red and gold colors heavily embellished with beads, sequins, colored glass, embroidery, and gemstones, this marionette is a true work of art. Whether you choose to display it on your wall, use it as a mobile to bring color to a child's room, or incorporate it into your authentic boho and ethnic decor, it will captivate your senses. A fine representation of handcrafted village folk puppets from Asia, this marionette stands out for its unique quality. What sets marionettes apart from regular puppets is their manipulation through strings controlled from above, offering an unparalleled range of movement. Operating these strings demands a high level of skill, making marionettes a cherished form of puppetry. In Asia, marionette troupes were often sponsored and patronized by royalty, and while their performances were undoubtedly captivating and entertaining, they also served a significant cultural role. This marionette is not only a collector's delight but also a stunning piece of art. It portrays Minthar, the prince, in all his vintage glory...

Large Southeast Burmese Bronze Asian Rain Drum Side Table: This impressive 22-inch diameter Asian cast bronze rain drum features intricate detailing with traditional geometric relief...

Large Southeast Burmese Bronze Asian Rain Drum Side Table: This impressive 30-inch diameter Asian cast bronze rain drum features intricate detailing with traditional geometric relief...

Vintage 1950s Burmese Kalaga Tapestry pillow warrior and horses. Elaborately detailed vintage Burmese Kalaga tapestry made into a pillow cover...

Vintage bronze statue in gold and green of Prince Rama shooting an arrow. The large bronze sculpture depicts Lord Rama, a revered figure in Hindu mythology, standing majestically wit...

Two Asian gilt bronze Teppanom kneeling Thai sacred angels. Bronze gilded temple guardians in a sitting position. These temple guardians were made in Th...

A decorative handmade sculpture or statue. Showing Brahma, the first of the three Hindu trinity, he is the creator of the universe. He is depicted with four faces looking at the four...

Vintage Thai Temple charcoal rubbing. Hand crafted temple scenes at the Wat Pho temple located in Phra Nakhon district in Bangkok Thailand...

Vintage Wooden Coconut Grater in Animal Form, Thailand A utilitarian implement commonly used in an Asian household. To use it, the coconut is cut in h...

Vintage Naga Meditating Buddha Statue. In Buddhism and Hinduism, Naga is the Sanskrit word for a deity taking the form of a very large snake, specifically the king cobra with multiple heads. Vintage Mid century Hindu art of a peaceful Naga Meditating Buddha figurine...

Vintage gilded Asian wooden sculpture of a standing Buddha. Southeast Asian carved gilt wood and polychrome sculpture of the Buddha standing. Mandalay standing Thai...

Vintage Wood Carving Art Thai Buddha Figure kneeling and praying. Vintage Mid century wood carving art of a peaceful Thai female figure kneeling and praying. Beautifully detailed figurine reproduction of a classic Thai style Thepanom, an Aparasa in Sanskrit, similar to an angel in Judeo-Christian tradition. This Thepanom statue is an outstanding reproduction of a beautiful carving of the divine crafted from a honey colored wood. Add this Asian art sculpture to any room to relax and renew inner strength and happiness. A Thepanom is thought provide a delicate, divine energy for living room, bedroom, office or study. In Thailand, a Thepanom is considered a thoughtful gift of respect and friendship. Very nice work with good details. She is 9" tall. Thai kneeling...

Vintage Thai Temple charcoal rubbing. Hand crafted temple scenes at the Wat Pho temple located in Phra Nakhon district in Bangkok Thailand...

Black and Gold Lacquered Thai Elephant sculpture. This small elephant sculpture was handcrafted and hand-painted with several coats of glossy...

Vintage statue in gilt bronze metal of Thai Teppanom Temple Guard Dancing statue sculpture. Vintage Handcrafted Gilded Thai Teppanom Temple Guard Dancer...

Early 20th century large Burmese lacquered bamboo tray handcrafted red Thai lacquered rattan footed stand. This Thai features a drum shape circular tray top sitting above a body rhythmically accented with spindle motifs, the ensemble resting on a confirming plinth. Burmese (Myanmar) lacquer ware has a long tradition dating back to the 13th century. Lacquer in Burma is called “Thitsi” meaning the sap of a Thitsi Tree (Melanhorrea Usitata). Typically, bamboo and wood are used as a frame or base in making lacquer work. This table tray stand called a “Dang lan”. This stand is constructed with woven bamboo that is then applied with many layers of lacquer. Black lacquered frame covered with red lacquer. A large high quality handcrafted wooden elevated tray...

Ceremonial Thai headdress usually worn for wedding or religious ceremonies. Hand-crafted in Thailand. Gilt Thai Ceremonial Headdress circa ...

Antique Asian Thai monumental, measuring 8’ x 8' hand-carved wooden temple panel. Definitely a one of a kind piece Thai red and gold panel with de...

South East Asian brown lacquered wood gilded temple square low table stand. Burmese, Myanmar stand with curved legs decorated with green and clear glass mirrors overlaid. Uses in temples as stand for deities statues...

A tall antique Thai freestanding ceremonial drum from the early 20th century, with red finish, reeded accents and circular base. This early 20th-century tall antique Thai ceremonial ...

Natural feldspathic, wood-ash glazed ceramic vessel with four small handles and a flared mouth. OUR REFERENCE N7597  

Vintage statue in gilt bronze metal of Prince Rama shooting an arrow. The Prince hero, Phra Rama (Rama), derived from Thailand’s national epic, Ramakien (...