Antique Thai Rattanakosin period standing Buddha, c. 1900, 34.4cm high. Gilt alloy.

Antique Thai Rattanakosin period standing Buddha, c. 1900.

A very attractive Gilt alloy standing Buddha from the Rattanakosin period (generally a metal alloy of a brass variant was used for this type of Buddha rather than bronze). Dating to late 19th/early 20th Century.

In very good condition with the gilt well retained and just the occasional small age mark. Lovely detail on the Buddha's floral robe and the intricate base. With flame usnisha. 

Standing on a pedestal base. The Buddha's stands with both palms facing outwards and upright in a gesture known as the Gesture of Calming the Ocean, or double Abhaya Mudra position. Generally representing reason and calm.

Most likely from the time of Rama V - Chulalongkorn (จุฬาลงกรณ์). He ruled from 1868-1910.

For similar examples, please see Rattanakosin Buddha by Somkiart Lopetcharat, Antkik Book, 1997, pages 182, 188 and 203 (Thai language publication).

For additional similar decorative finish see Emerald Cities, Arts of Siam and Burma 1775-1950, by Forrest McGill, Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, 2009, p.176-177, The holy monk Phra Malai, 1850-1900.

Dimensions: 
34.4cm high x 10cm wide x 9.3cm deep. (13.5 inches high).

Weight: 
Approximately 1.4kg.

Date:
Late 19th to early 20th Century.

Provenance: 
Private English collection. Last purchased in Singapore in 1987. Supplied with the Singapore dealer's Certificate of authenticity, along with the usual Lanna Antique certification.