At the height of the Lan Na kingdom's artistic refinement, this powerful Buddha Shakyamuni head embodies a sculptural language defined by presence, stillness, and profound inner balance. The broad, architecturally structured face, the gently lowered almond-shaped eyes, and the subtle, restrained smile create an expression of deep meditation. The finely arranged spiral curls and pronounced ushnisha enhance its vertical strength and spiritual authority.

Buddha Head
bronze, gilding
circa 1500 CE
Lan Na, Thailand

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Snowing Outside - Calming Inside

A lovely little 17th Century Chinese bronze Buddha Head with red ushnisha

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A lovely little 17th Century Chinese bronze Buddha Head with red ushnisha.

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Lan Na, One of the first major Tai (Siamese) kingdoms in Thai history. It was founded by Mangrai (r. c. 1259–1317) in the northern region of present-day Thailand; its capital was the city of Chiang Mai. Lan Na was a powerful state and a centre for the spread of Theravada Buddhism. Under Tilokaracha (r. 1441–87) it was famous for its Buddhist scholarship and literature. It remained independent until it was conquered by Myanmar (Burma) in the 16th century. The Siamese did not reassert control over the area until the 19th century.

Seated Buddha
bronze with traces of gilding
Lan Na Kingdom
Northern Thailand
16th century

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