Dimensions: Height 117 cm Wide 74 cm Depth 37 cm
Weight: Approx. 130 Kg

The Buddha is seated in vajraparyanka (lotus posture) upon a high, tiered pedestal, the right hand extended in bhūmisparśa mudrā (earth-touching gesture), the left resting in dhyāna mudrā (meditation) in his lap. He wears an elaborate, jewel-like robe richly decorated with applied floral and beaded motifs, together with bracelets, armlets, and a necklace, all imitating precious ornaments. The figure is crowned with a tall, flame-tipped headdress and framed by stylised pointed ears.

The face is serene and idealised, with arched brows, downcast eyes inlaid with black pupils, and a faint smile. The robes and throne are lavishly gilded, with areas of wear exposing the underlying surface, particularly on the hands, arms, and knees. The reverse of the throne retains a sealing panel covered in red lacquer, pierced with two holes originally designed to support a parasol (chatra), now missing.

This type of Buddha in full regalia, known as the “Crowned Buddha,” is a hallmark of the Rattanakosin period (Bangkok, 19th century), reflecting both continuation of the Ayutthaya court style and the heightened ornamental taste of the early Chakri dynasty. The richly gilded surface and sumptuous decoration exemplify the royal patronage of Buddhist art in Thailand during this era, when images were made to embody both spiritual presence and regal splendour.

Condition: Gilding worn in exposed areas; minor losses to applied decoration; umbrella attachment holes at the back indicate the absence of the original parasol fitting. Otherwise stable and well preserved, with gilding and lacquer largely intact