Smiling seated Buddha
31 October 2021
Description

Lacquered bronze. 18 cm (w) 10 cm (d) 20 cm (h). Weighs 2950 g (2.95 kg) The base is covered in green baize.

Provenance

Unknown. It was bought from a local antique auction in the mid 1980`s.

Acquired from
Auction House
For sale
No
Answered within about 1 month
By Sara S
Dec 08, 02:08 UTC
Fair Market Value
$800 - $3,000 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello again Patrick,

Thank you again for you appraisal inquiries with Mearto and you patiences for these delay through these unprecedented times. The item present appears to be a gilt bronze sculpture of a figure known as Songachai or Hotei. The object appears to be Thai in origin and dates to the 19th century. Again, the sculpture could date early, but additional evaluations may be required to determine age. The object presented does appear to have some severe conditions that may effect the overall value. Based on previous auction records and estimates of similar objects would range from $800 - 3,000, depending on size and condition. Thank you again for your inquiry and your patience. I hope you have a warm holiday. Stay safe.

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