Bronze Thai Standing Buddha - Ca 1930

This Thai bronze standing Buddha, dating to circa 1930, is a fine example of traditional Buddhist sculpture, displaying the elegance, serenity and craftsmanship associated with Thai religious art.

Standing at 100 cm tall, the Buddha is depicted with a peaceful, contemplative expression, gently downcast eyes, elongated earlobes and tightly curled hair, crowned by a tall, flame-shaped rasmi finial. This distinctive flame represents spiritual illumination and the enlightened wisdom of the Buddha.

The figure stands upright upon an intricately detailed lotus pedestal, with both hands resting gracefully together in front of the body. The Buddha wears a flowing monastic robe, its softly modelled folds falling towards the ankles and creating an elegant, elongated silhouette. The balanced composition reflects the influence of traditional Thai Buddha imagery, particularly the graceful forms associated with the Sukhothai artistic tradition.

Cast in bronze, the sculpture has developed a wonderfully rich, dark patina, with subtle variations of warm brown, charcoal and verdigris tones across the surface. These natural variations emphasise the finely detailed facial features, textured hair and delicate modelling of the robe, giving the piece a distinctive character.

In Buddhist tradition, the lotus symbolises purity, spiritual awakening and the ability to rise above worldly suffering. The Buddha's serene expression and graceful posture convey the qualities of inner peace, wisdom and compassion.