Fire-Gilded Bronze Buddha – Lanna / Lan Xang Region, ca. 1700–1750 (26 cm)
Rare 18th-century fire-gilded bronze Buddha from the Lanna–Lan Xang cultural sphere (Northern Thailand / Laos). The statue preserves traces of 24 kt mercury gilding with natural oxidation and the original red lacquer base layer. Height 26 cm.
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Examined with UV light, digital microscopy, and macro inspection.
The surface shows remains of original 24 kt gold leaf, applied by traditional mercury amalgam technique. The gilded areas exhibit the characteristic fine-grained texture and deep golden hue consistent with high-purity gold.
Microscopic analysis of the inner wall confirms natural oxidation, sand-casting residue, and aged mineralization, consistent with an 18th-century origin.
Region: Lanna / Lan Xang (Northern Thailand – Laos)
Material: Fire-gilded bronze with red lacquer base
Period: ca. 1700–1750
Height: 26 cm
Retail Valuation (1stbuddha): €4,500 – €6,500
Fire-Gilded Bronze Buddha – Lanna / Lan Xang Region, ca. 1700–1750 (26 cm)
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This finely cast bronze Buddha originates from the Lanna–Lan Xang region, dating to approximately 1700–1750. The figure sits in bhumisparsha mudra, symbolizing the moment of enlightenment.
Under magnification, the surface reveals the distinct fine-grained crystalline texture typical of 24 kt gold leaf applied by traditional mercury amalgam technique. The gilding exhibits subtle red lacquer remains underneath, while natural oxidation and mineral inclusions confirm age and authenticity.
The casting is sand-based, with a dense internal core and traces of green and black corrosion products — a signature of early Southeast Asian bronzes. No modern restoration or repainting is observed.
This is a genuine 18th-century example of Buddhist art from the Lanna–Lan Xang sphere, combining technical refinement with serene presence.
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