Gilded bronze statue – Thai dancer

Antique Gilt Bronze Statue – Thai Celestial Dancer (Thepphanom) – Buddhist Art, Southeast Asia

Sublime antique gilt bronze statue depicting a Thai celestial dancer, also called Thepphanom. This winged female figure embodies grace, spirituality, and protection in the Thai Buddhist tradition. A beautiful decorative piece, richly crafted, probably dating from the early 20th or late 19th century.

Characteristics:
Total height: 48.5 cm
Width: 21 cm
Base diameter: 12.8 cm
Weight: 3.3 kg
Material: Bronze with black patina and gilt leaf (old gilt, worn in places)
Probable origin: Thailand
Depiction: Winged celestial dancer (Thepphanom), in a traditional dynamic pose, wearing the ornate pointed hat typical of classical khon/lakhon theater.

Condition:
The statue is in good overall condition with beautiful signs of age. Gilding worn in places, authentic old patina. An old crack is visible on the base (see photo), without structural weakness. The base is unsealed, typical of sand-cast pieces. The whole is stable and decorative.

Shipping:
International shipping.
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Note:
Thepphanom statues are highly prized for Asian or Buddhist decoration. This piece is ideal for collectors, lovers of Thai sacred art, or as a prestigious object in an interior.