Thai Teppanom Bronze Statue of God, 1930s

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This imposing bronze sculpture depicts a Thepphanom, an angelic deity from Thai mythology, traditionally considered a protective guardian of temples … Read more This imposing bronze sculpture depicts a Thepphanom, an angelic deity from Thai mythology, traditionally considered a protective guardian of temples and sacred spaces. The figure is depicted kneeling in a posture of profound reverence, with hands clasped before his chest in the sacred gesture of the anjali mudra, a universal symbol of peace and prayer.

Subject and Style: The statue is striking for its extraordinary wealth of ornamental detail: the mongkut, or elaborate pyramidal headdress, is chiseled with extreme precision and elevates the figure. The deity wears ceremonial jewelry and richly decorated robes, testifying to the high quality of craftsmanship of the period. The visual contrast between the bronze's burnished patina, which tends toward deep, natural hues, and the still clearly visible original gilding creates a chromatic vibration of great value and rarity, ideal for enhancing refined spaces or oriental art collections.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Thepphanom deity statue.

· Materials: Burnished bronze with gold finishes.

· Weight: 4.43 kg.

· Period: Vintage, 1930s.

· Dimensions: 16 x 16.5 x 39 cm (6.3 x 6.5 x 15.4 in).

· Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The statue is structurally solid and perfectly intact, without any cracks or restorations. The patina of age is authentic and gives the object an inimitable historical character.

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