Karl Springer Standing Buddha Sculpture in Gilt Bronze 19th Century
Evan Lobel
Beautifully made large 19th century Siam standing Buddha sculpture in gilt bronze sold through the Karl Springer showroom on custom ebonized wood tapering plinth base by Karl Springer, American 1980s. The figure’s hands are in the the Varada mudra (hand gesture), which represents generosity and granting blessings. The hands can be reversed upwards to the Abhaya mudra which conveys fearlessness. Karl Springer had antiquities experts who traveled the world collection special pieces that Springer would sell in his gallery.
Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive retains period photographs from 1980-93 which show similar pieces in the Karl Springer gallery.
W: 9 inches
D: 9 inches
H: 50 inches
Condition: Excellent original condition.
$7,500
ref: sculpture211