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The Dvaravati Buddha refers to Buddha images created under the Mon-Dvaravati culture of central Thailand between roughly the 6th and 11th centuries, and these sculptures are among the earliest, most influential Buddhist icons in mainland Southeast Asia.
They crystallize a distinct Thai–Mon Buddhist aesthetic that bridges Indian models and later Khmer, Sukhothai, and Lanna imagery, while embodying early Theravāda and Mahāyāna devotional practices in the Chao Phraya basin.
Dvaravati’s civilization was more than just an early kingdom; it was...
Dvaravati Buddha statues, with their graceful forms and serene expressions, invite us...
The importance of Dvaravati style Buddha statues in Southeast Asia transcends their artistic beauty. They stand as living testaments to a civilization that embraced cultural diversity and manifested its spiritual aspirations in tangible form.
As contemporary observers, we have the privilege of gazing upon these masterpieces and immersing ourselves in the rich tapestry of a bygone era.
