Lacquered Bronze Thai Sitting Buddha - Early 19th Century sarang Leather Trunks have been used

Leather Trunks have been used for many hundreds of years in China with the classic style changing very little

Constructed from solid teak wood with remnants of original painting it is a truly impressive centerpiece for any room

Features: Lightweight

lotus flower and cusped arch motifs

it's an old tradition in China and used commonly at weddings and celebrations

Lacquered Bronze Thai Sitting Buddha - Early 19th Century sarang Leather Trunks have been usedThis large antique Thai sitting Buddha dates to the early 19th century and likely from the reign of King Rama III (1824 1851). This figure is Phra Sri Ariya Metrai, known as The Future Buddha. It should be noted that this Buddha is never depicted with a ushnisha. Buddha sits cross legged with a serene expression and meditative downcast eyes with his hands in dhyana mudra, the palms of both his hands resting on lap, facing upwards. The fingers form a