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Early Thai Polished Solid Bronze
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Early Thai Polished Solid Bronze

19th century
Description

Well defined early Thai polished solid bronze standing Buddha Shakyamuni Circa 1800. There is a 12 charge for postage and packing

1750 to 1850 Thailand

Good condition. International Shipping A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
14.6cm (5.75")
Width
3.8cm (1.50")
Depth
3.2cm (1.26")
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Thai Bronze Buddha Statue to the 1800s.

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SA630305
Dealers Internal Reference
2126Ta
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Well defined early Thai polished solid bronze standing Buddha Shakyamuni Circa 1800. There is a 12 charge for postage and packing

1750 to 1850 Thailand

Good condition.

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International Shipping A shipping quote is available on request.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Height
14.6cm (5.75")
Width
3.8cm (1.50")
Depth
3.2cm (1.26")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Thai Bronze Buddha Statue to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA630305
Dealers Internal Ref
2126Ta
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base.
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Archive I A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base.

Early Thai Polished Solid Bronze

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Archive III A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base. View III
Archive IV A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base. View IV
Archive V A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base. View V
Archive VI A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base. View VI
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A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base.
early Thai polished solid bronze
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A polished bronze standing Thai Buddha sculpture featuring textured draped robes and a raised right hand, set upon a stepped circular base.
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  • ObjectStatues & Sculptures
  • Period19th century
  • StyleThai
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAbhaya mudra gesture, textured drapery, ushnisha top knot, stepped circular pedestal
  • SizeH 14.6 cm (6 in) x W 3.8 cm (1 in) x D 3.2 cm (1 in)

This early Thai sculpture portrays Buddha Shakyamuni standing on a multi-tiered circular pedestal. Modelled from solid bronze with a polished gold finish, the piece dates from around 1800. The figure displays an ushnisha top knot on the head, the right hand raised in the abhaya mudra gesture, and finely textured drapery covering the robes. Turning details define the stepped circular base beneath the feet. Measuring 14.6 cm high, 3.8 cm wide and 3.2 cm deep, the object sits upright and compact. Suitable for placement within a gentleman's library or study, the sculpture works effectively displayed on a bookshelf alongside leather-bound volumes. The reflective bronze surface catches light naturally from nearby desk lamps or windows, highlighting the intricate linear patterns of the carved robes and the tiered mouldings of the pedestal. The compact footprint requires minimal display space, allowing integration into existing arrangements of decorative objects, desk accessories, and collectibles.

Thai bronze Buddha sculptures traditionally display specific artistic conventions, including serene facial expressions, elongated earlobes representing renunciation, and an ushnisha or cranial protuberance. Standing figures often depict distinct mudras or hand gestures, accompanied by stylized, flame-like topknots and geometric drapery patterns across the robes.

Historically, Southeast Asian bronze figures were crafted using the lost-wax casting technique (cire perdue). Artists sculpted a wax model over a clay core, encased it in a heavy plaster mould, melted the wax out, and poured molten bronze alloy into the resulting cavity before hand-finishing and polishing the cooled metal.

Authentic bronze pieces show signs of traditional casting methods, such as minor seam irregularities, core material remnants inside hollow bases, and hand-chased tool marks. Natural surface wear on raised areas and dark oxidisation within carved crevices indicate age rather than uniform artificial patination.

A bronze deity sculpture serves as an understated focal point on a dark wood sideboard, marble mantelpiece, or styled bookshelf. Pairing the warm metallic tones of polished bronze with neutral backdrops, natural greenery, or stone surfaces creates a balanced, curated display.

Maintain polished bronze by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive polishes, or water, which can stripped protective coatings; applying a thin layer of microcrystalline wax periodically protects the metal surface from oxidisation.
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