Description
This Khmer-style Crowned Buddha is depicted seated in the meditation posture (Dhyana Mudra), symbolizing inner concentration, spiritual balance, and the cultivation of wisdom through contemplation.
The sculpture reflects visual elements associated with Khmer Buddhist artistic traditions influenced by the Angkor cultural sphere, where Buddha images are sometimes portrayed wearing royal attributes. In this iconographic form, the crown symbolizes the Buddha as a spiritual sovereign — the enlightened teacher who transcends worldly kingship.
Distinctive features include the tiered cylindrical crown, broad triangular seated composition, and serene symmetrical facial expression. These elements echo the sculptural vocabulary seen in Khmer religious imagery throughout mainland Southeast Asia.
The bronze surface displays a dark patinated finish with traces of devotional gold leaf, a common offering applied by devotees in temples and home shrines as an act of merit and reverence.
The statue rests upon a multi-tier lotus pedestal, creating a stable and balanced base for altar display.
The underside reveals a traditional hollow casting cavity, characteristic of large bronze devotional sculptures.
With a height of 45 cm and a substantial weight of 9.5 kg, the statue has a strong and dignified presence suitable for temple spaces, meditation rooms, or sacred display.
Dimensions: 34 × 18 × 45 cm (L × W × H)
Weight: 9.5 kg
