Antique 18th Century Sukhothai Bronze Buddha Head - 24cm/10" Measures – (Height) 24cm/10” Ca. 18th century Sukhothai style mounted Buddha Head, from Thailand. The Buddha features an oval face, with almond shaped downcast eyes. Curved eyebrows meet above a prominent nose, and contoured lips with an exalted expression, appear smiling. The shell like curls of the hair form a heart shaped line around the face, surmounted by a hemispherical ushnisha, topped by a flamed ornamental finial, symbolizing his high level of spiritual development, in the Sukhothai tradition. His earlobes are stretched long from a youth spent as a prince wearing heavy gold earrings. The bronze surface has naturally aged to a deep chocolate brown patina with traces of green malachite on the surface. The Buddha is mounted on a metal and wood base (later). For it's age and delicacy the sculpture is in excellent condition. This traditional in appearance piece is sure to add serenity to your home, office or sacred space. One of the most recognisable of the Asian deities this representation of the spiritual teacher Buddha is sure to enlighten your home with endlessly timeless style.Provenance: Ex- private UK Collection. All items are guaranteed to be as described. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all purchases upon request. SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase.We have other beautiful Asian Art available. Please visit our eCRATER store to see our current Collection.Please check out our other listing where we have other beautiful Asian pieces available. For more beautiful Asian Art – https://stores.eCRATER.com/hdasianart/ and our sister store https://www.eCRATER.co.uk/sch/jamesh_1066/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686 Happy to ship worldwide. However, we price the cost of international shipping for each order so you only pay the actual cost of posting to your country. Please message for international courier prices to your country. Postage discounts apply for multiple purchases. Please message with any questions. Thanks for your interest.HD Asian ArtSCBR2157