Vintage Thai Reclining Buddha Hollow Cast Brass Sculpture 22.25" Parinirvana

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VINTAGE THAI RECLINING BUDDHA / PARINIRVANA HOLLOW-CAST BRASS SCULPTURE

Substantial vintage Southeast Asian sculpture depicting the Buddha reclining peacefully with … Read more VINTAGE THAI RECLINING BUDDHA / PARINIRVANA HOLLOW-CAST BRASS SCULPTURE

Substantial vintage Southeast Asian sculpture depicting the Buddha reclining peacefully with his head supported by his right hand. This traditional Buddhist pose is associated with Parinirvana, representing the Buddha's final passage into nirvana.

Attributed to Thailand and believed to date to the mid-20th century, approximately 1940s–1970s. The sculpture is constructed as a fully enclosed hollow casting in a non-magnetic copper-based metal, believed to be brass or a brass-rich copper alloy, and was hand-finished after casting.

The naturally aged surface displays warm gold and bronze tones with darker patination and areas of blue-green verdigris oxidation. Beautifully modeled details include downcast almond-shaped eyes, elongated earlobes, tightly curled hair, a serene facial expression, delicately rendered hands and feet, and deeply sculpted folds extending throughout the long monastic robe.

Close examination of the underside reveals extensive evidence of the traditional casting and hand-finishing process, including irregular surfaces, porosity, seams, fissures, grinding and tool marks, and apparent old casting corrections. No maker's mark, foundry stamp or signature was located.

Attributed Origin: Thailand / Southeast Asia
Estimated Age: Mid-20th century, approximately 1940s–1970s
Maker/Artisan: Unknown
Material: Hollow-cast brass/copper alloy
Construction: Fully enclosed hollow casting

Measurements: 22.25" L × 6.5" H × 4.5" D
Weight: 4 lb 10 oz

Condition: Good vintage condition with substantial age-related and casting character. The surface exhibits naturally developed patina, oxidation and verdigris, along with discoloration, scratches, pitting, casting porosity, seams, fissures and other irregularities. Several visible lines and separations within the robe and casting appear associated with the original casting process and subsequent aging; some may represent age-related cracking or separations that have enlarged over time. These characteristics are particularly evident on the underside and within portions of the robe. Please review all photographs carefully for the most complete representation of condition.

An impressive large-scale example of Southeast Asian Buddhist decorative art with strong sculptural presence for an Asian art collection, meditation space, library, office or eclectic interior. 7397 See less