Bronze with brown patina
Thailand, 16th/17th century
Walking Buddha figure on a round, stepped base
Dressed in a simple monk's robe kasaya
The left hand is raised to the vitarka mudra
Serene, meditative expression with a lowered view to the ground
Helical -shaped curls and a flame shapes ketumala
Literature: Pratapaditya Pal, The Divine Presence, Los Angeles 1978, cat. no. 37.
Height: 39 cm
Condition consistent with age
Provenance: Collection of Jack Zuberbühler, Switzerland
Object is regular taxed. Differential taxation is not possible

For another example see Pratapaditya Pal, The Divine Presence, Los Angeles 1978, cat. no. 37.



Sukhothai Buddha Bronze Figure

The ‘walking Buddha’ is a form that was invented in the Sukhothai period. It can be interpreted as a visual depiction of Buddha’s descent from heaven, as well as his accessibility to his admirers. The making of a Buddha figure is considered a ‘good deed’ and is believed to have a positive influence on the rebirth in the next life. A Buddha statue is created according to certain characteristics, which were extended by the artists of the Kingdom of Sukhothai. Thus the Sukhothai style Buddha has an oval head, curved eyebrows, an aquiline shaped nose and a soft chin.



Condition: The bronze figure is in fair condition consistent with age. The feet are restored. The height measures 39 cm.

Provenance: Collection of Jack Zuberbühler, Switzerland

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