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Antique Southeast Asian Bronze Walking Buddha Figure, Thai Sukhothai Style

Description

Antique bronze figure depicting the Buddha in the classic Southeast Asian walking posture, with the right hand raised in the gesture of reassurance known as abhayamudra. This graceful stance is closely associated with Thai Sukhothai artistic traditions, where the image of the Buddha walking among the people became an important iconographic development in Thai Buddhist sculpture.The figure displays elongated proportions, stylized hair curls, and a flame-form finial above the head, all characteristic of Southeast Asian Buddhist imagery. The bronze surface shows areas of age wear and patina, revealing warm tones beneath the darker surface. Mounted on a wooden display base, this sculpture presents an elegant example of traditional Southeast Asian devotional art.

Condition

Age-related surface wear and patina throughout. Minor abrasions consistent with handling. Mounted on a later wooden base. Structurally stable.

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Antique Southeast Asian Bronze Walking Buddha Figure, Thai Sukhothai Style

Lot 0070

Estimate $500-$1,000

Apr 19, 2026, 8:09 PM EDT

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