Magnificent bronze Buddha from the Chai Prakan schools, northern Thailand.
 
Work dating from the 16th century, Kingdom of Lan Na.
 
24 cm x 14 cm x 8.5 cm
 
Caramel patina with traces of bronze mineralization of malachite, cuprite in some spots.
Beautifully detailed face.
Sculpture of great finesse and high alloy quality.
 
Buddha takes the earth as a witness on his throne with typical patterns from this northern region.