{"product_id":"antique-thai-style-seated-bronze-monk-statue-33cm-13","title":"Antique Thai Style Seated Bronze Monk Statue - 33cm\/13\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Thai Style Seated Bronze Monk Statue - 33cm\/13\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures - (Height) 33cm\/13\" (Weight) 4.2kg\/9.1lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Thai style seated Monk or Disciple of Buddha, holding his alms bowl. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuddhist art is rich in symbolism, history, and regional variations, each reflecting the unique cultural and spiritual heritage of its origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne such distinctive and revered form of Buddhist art is the Thai style Buddhist monk statue, depicted here holding an alms bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eA statue of a seated monk or Buddha holding an alms bowl (also known as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"eujQNb\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003epatra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e) primarily symbolises \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003erenunciation of material possessions, humility, and compassion for all beings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eThe bowl represents the monk’s daily dependence on the generosity of others for sustenance, fostering a deep sense of interdependence between the monastic community and laypeople. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese statues represent more than mere artistic expression; they embody the principles of Buddhism and the profound reverence for monastic life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sae=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Symbolic Meanings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAUQAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"dF3vjf\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eDetachment \u0026amp; Renunciation\u003c\/strong\u003e: The bowl is a core \"requisite\" of a monk, representing a life stripped of worldly wealth. It reminds the practitioner to value simplicity and let go of cravings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAUQAQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"dF3vjf\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eCompassion \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e: In many traditions, holding the bowl at the waist or in the lap signifies care and compassion for all living things.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAUQAg\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"dF3vjf\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eHumility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Because monks do not beg but rather \"accept alms,\" the bowl serves as a vessel for laypeople to \"make merit\" (gain spiritual credit) through acts of charity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAUQAw\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"dF3vjf\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-color: rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eWisdom \u0026amp; Emptiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: When held in the left \"wisdom\" hand resting in the lap, the bowl can symbolise the \"wisdom that directly realizes emptiness\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis enlightened Disciple of Buddha, is remarkable for his realistic yet delicate delineation of the limbs and the simple sanghati cascading over the left leg The garment (sanghati) covers only his left shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very naturalistic succession of wavy folds on the surface of his body revealing the soft contours of the body underneath. His face is handsome with a slight smile and straight nose. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Disciple has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese statues reflect the Theravada Buddhist tradition, which emphasizes the monastic way of life as a path to enlightenment. Shown here holding an alms bowl, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esymbolizing their commitment to a life of humility, discipline, and devotion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough their elegant simplicity, expressive features, and symbolic elements, they inspire devotion, convey spiritual teachings, and preserve a cherished cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a world often driven by materialism and distraction, this Thai style monk statue stands out, as a timeless reminder of the values of humility, discipline, and inner peace. Whether encountered in a temple, a monastery, or a private home, these statues continue to inspire and guide practitioners on their spiritual journey, embodying the enduring legacy of Buddhist art and philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe peaceful countenance of this Disciple exudes harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe casting is beautiful as you can see in the fine details of the face. Each detail is rendered perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSculpture is in good condition. A serene and meditative piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE 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\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57806850457987,"sku":"SCBR4938","price":1053.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4938-3.jpg?v=1776368207","url":"https:\/\/fr.hdasianart.com\/en\/products\/antique-thai-style-seated-bronze-monk-statue-33cm-13","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}