Antique Lopburi Style Thai Bronze Enthroned Vishnu Statue - 40cm/16"

Antique Lopburi Style Thai Bronze Enthroned Vishnu Statue - 40cm/16"

Measurements - (Height) 40cm/16" Tall (Weight) 1.6kg/3.4lbs

An antique 17th century Lopburi style Thai bronze enthroned Vishnu sculpture, from HD Asian Art.

Lopburi, a province located in central Thailand, has a historical legacy that dates back to the Dvaravati period (6th to 11th centuries). The Lopburi style emerged during the later Sukhothai and Ayutthaya periods, around the 13th to 17th centuries, marking a distinct phase in Thai religious artistry.

Here Vishnu is enthroned, samapada. An aureole or halo sits behind the head of Vishnu. This arch of light symbolizing his divinity, boundless wisdom and enlightenment. 

Vishnu is both world protector and preserver, restorer of moral order - he is all-powerful and all-pervasive by nature. 

For admirers of Asian art and those exploring the symbolic language of Hinduism, the enthroned Vishnu offers a timeless narrative of cosmic order and spiritual insight.

In his hands, he holds his characteristic attributes: the sutra (Holy book), shankha (conch), and gada (mace).

The Vishnu has perfect balance and proportions which are the key to a fine Vishnu sculpture.

The casting is beautiful as you can see in the fine details of the face and hands. Each detail is rendered perfectly.The patina and details of this piece are particularly appealing. The perfect traditional in appearance Vishnu to bring serenity and timeless style to you home, office or sacred space.