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INVENTORY SALE - OFFERED FROM THE ORIGINAL SALE PRICE $1,399.99 - GREAT VALUE
Lopburi Period Khmer Bronze Crowned Buddha, Temple Relic, 15th C.
Description: Important and unusually rare Lopburi Meditating Crowned Buddha, originating from a temple precinct in the historical province of Lopburi, one of the oldest occupied cities in northern Thailand, a city subordinate to the rule of the Khmer Empire, and subsequently came under the influence of their art and culture by the 13th to 15th century, a time commonly called the \'Lopburi Period\' in Thai Art History. xxxxx Depicting a strong Khmer influence, the image portrays a meditating Buddha seated in the \'Virasana\' pose, with hands overlapping one another in the \'Dhyana\' mudra, richly crowned and adorned in jewels. Unclothed above the waist, covered by a mere jeweled necklace, he wears a long stylized sampot secured by a decorative belt. Typical of Lopburi figures the head is covered by a tiered cranial protuberance and enclosed diadem, with a band at the forehead. The face with downcast expression, ridged eyebrows connected above a prominent nose, double incised broad lips and small smile, and elongated earlobes adorned in triangular earring pendants to the shoulders.xxxxx A superbly rendered bronze statue, highly detailed, and naturally aged patina, master craftsmanship of the Lopburi Period.
Data Observation: Excellent Condition, with the exception of small surface abrasions as shown. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item.
Estimate: $6,900 to $8,900.00
Dimensions: Height: 10.0 inches (25.4cm). Knee to Knee: 7.25 inches (18.42cm).
Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand International Airmail (2-3 weeks)or Sea Freight (3-5 weeks) depending on container size and weight. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees Taxes and related unforeseen charges, which may be assessed by the Buyers Government. All items shall include insurance, and will be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. The winning buyer agrees that any and all claims for loss, damage, or confiscated by country customs of the item will be handled solely through the insurance claims process or the shipping carrier.
Items shipped by \'Boat\' shall include all necessary documents required for customs clearances, including \'Bill of Lading\' and transfer documents. - Purchaser is responsible for \"Delivery Charges\" for Ground Freight Service from Port of Entry to your final destination, and must be arranged between you the \"Purchaser\" and the Sea Freight agent upon arrival of your crate (normally you will be contacted prior to shipment\'s arrival). Buyer is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, Over-stay Dock fees, and related unforeseen charges, which may be assessed by the Buyers Government.
Important Note: Being a religious artifact, we must obtain an export license from the Archaeology and Fine arts Department of Thailand, prior to shipment of this item outside the country; expect a one week delay.
Terms: Pay Pal is the accepted method of payment, and must be received within 24 hours of the sale end: includes a 14 day return policy, item must be returned in the exact same condition as sold. Return shipment must be paid by the purchaser.
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