Thai Rattanakosin Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha kangxi often found in burial sites

often found in burial sites

and stylized depictions of animals (fish

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the figure exudes a lifelike presence with its rounded body and carefully modeled details

often embodying human or divine figures

Thai Rattanakosin Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha kangxi often found in burial sitesRattanakosin Kingdom, late 19th century, Bangkok, Thailand Graceful lacquered and gilt bronze figure of the Buddha from the late Rattanakosin period, depicted in sumptuous royal attire. The Buddha is shown dressed as a prince, wearing long monastic robes overlaid with richly ornamented court regalia: an elaborate winged crown, a diamond shaped pectoral, beaded necklaces, and a heavy ceremonial cape. All surfaces are adorned with raised, jewel like