antique buddha statue 18th century antique chiang saen mounted buddha head statue 30cm 12 quot Lokeshvara In this gesture

In this gesture

almost crown-like

symbolising the triumph of knowledge over spiritual forgetfulness

Vishnu is backed by an aureole with a beaded border and flaming rim

Vishnu is richly adorned

antique buddha statue 18th century antique chiang saen mounted buddha head statue 30cm 12 quot Lokeshvara In this gestureAntique Chiang Saen Style Mounted Buddha Head Statue 30cm 12" Measures (Height) 30cm 12" An antique Thai style bronze Buddha head in the Chiang Saen tradition. This finely modelled head presents the Buddha with a softly contoured face and a deeply serene, contemplative expression. Gracefully arched eyebrows sweep high across the forehead above heavylidded eyes, while the rounded cheeks, wellshaped nose and gently bowshaped lips create a welcoming,