{"product_id":"jayavarman-statue-antique-khmer-style-seated-bronze-jayavarman-vii-statue-31cm-12","title":"Jayavarman Statue - Antique Khmer Style Seated Bronze Jayavarman VII Statue - 31cm\/12\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Khmer Style Seated Bronze Jayavarman VII Statue - 31cm\/12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 31cm\/12\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAn antique Khmer-style seated bronze sculpture of King \u003cstrong\u003eJayavarman\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVII\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eStripped of overt \u003cstrong\u003eroyal\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003edivine\u003c\/strong\u003e regalia, this image presents Jayavarman VII as a humble, spiritual man absorbed in reverent meditation. His hair is drawn back into a small chignon, and his face displays the classic \u003cstrong\u003eKhmer\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ephysiognomy\u003c\/strong\u003e: semi‑closed introspective eyes, a gentle smile, a broad forehead, balanced lips, and long earlobes. The calm power of his expression suggests supreme knowledge, compassion, and inner peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJayavarman\u003c\/strong\u003e VII, celebrated as one of \u003cstrong\u003eAngkor’s\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003egreatest\u003c\/strong\u003e kings, was responsible for the construction of numerous temples in the Angkor region and beyond, and is credited with liberating and unifying the kingdom. Many of the structures visitors associate with \u003cstrong\u003eAngkor\u003c\/strong\u003e today were built or transformed under his rule. At the heart of Angkor Thom stands the Bayon temple, famed for its towers bearing serene faces of the bodhisattva \u003cstrong\u003eAvalokiteshvara\u003c\/strong\u003e on all four sides—visages widely believed to echo the king’s own, whose gentle expression is often called the “\u003cstrong\u003eKhmer\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003esmile\u003c\/strong\u003e.” A devout Mahayana Buddhist, he is remembered as both ruler and spiritual exemplar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHere the \u003cstrong\u003eKing\u003c\/strong\u003e is seated with hands joined in anjali, the gesture of adoration and devotion, underscoring his role as a pious devotee as much as a powerful monarch. Traditional in appearance yet deeply personal in mood, this sculpture exudes \u003cstrong\u003equiet\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edignity\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003espiritual\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edepth\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is an ideal piece to bring serenity, historical resonance, and timeless style to your home, office, or sacred space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39539265765479,"sku":"SCBR3539","price":470.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR3539_B-3.jpg?v=1782146302","url":"https:\/\/de.hdasianart.com\/en\/products\/jayavarman-statue-antique-khmer-style-seated-bronze-jayavarman-vii-statue-31cm-12","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}