Maravijaya Bronze Buddha, Laos

Historical Buddha Shankyamuni in copper alloy, Laos, late 18th early 19th century. Elegant copper alloy image representing the Buddha in bhūmisparśa mudrā, characteristic of the kingdom of Luang Prabang or Vientiane. The elongated face, finely stretched ears and tapered flame bear witness to the refinement of Laotian statuary. The delicately engraved sanghati, the finesse of the facial features and the stepped trapezoidal base anchor the work in the artistic heritage of Laos from the late 18th and early 19th centuries of Luang Prabang (1707-1949) or Vientiane (1707-1828). Beautiful brown patina with traces of old gilding, revealing authentic wear. A piece with a remarkable presence, imbued with serenity, witness to Laotian Buddhist art. Provenance: Estate of the collector and dealer of Asian art Claude de Marteau Sold with certificate of provenance. H 27.5 cm x W 12 cm x D 5 cm Weight 1010 grams Kingdom of Luang Prabang (1707–1949) Kingdom of Vientiane (1707–1828) Muang Phuan (1707–1949) Kingdom of Champassak (1713–1946) See this Maravijaya Buddha in bronze, Laos, in full screen mode on Vinatge Addict