Thai or Cambodian Buddha Head | Carved Stone Sculpture on Marble Base | 18th–19th Century

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Formerly held in a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Antique carved stone Buddha head from Southeast Asia, likely Thailand or Cambodia, 18th–19th Century. Features serene meditative expression, curled hair, and traces of original pigments. Mounted on a marble base, reflecting Buddhist artistry, spiritual symbolism, and historical craftsmanship of the region.
Video showing multiple angles of an 18th–19th century Southeast Asian carved stone Buddha head with curled hair, traces of pigment and a modern marble display base
Antique Southeast Asian carved stone Buddha head with traces of pigment, 18th–19th century
Front view of carved stone Buddha head with serene expression and tightly curled hair
Southeast Asian Buddha head sculpture showing aged stone surface and surviving pigment
Three-quarter view of antique Buddha head with stylized facial features and curled hair
Historic carved stone Buddha head mounted on a modern marble display base
Close view of Southeast Asian Buddha sculpture with meditative expression and weathered patina
Side profile of antique stone Buddha head showing carved curls and aged surface texture
Rear view of carved Buddha head displaying detailed hair curls and natural stone wear
Antique Buddhist sculpture from Southeast Asia with remnants of dark and ochre pigment
Carved stone Buddha head from Thailand or Cambodia, dating to the 18th–19th century
Detailed view of antique Buddha head with symmetrical facial features and textured curls
Southeast Asian Buddhist stone sculpture with serene face, aged patina and pigment traces
Angled view of mounted Buddha head showing carved hair pattern and weathered stone surface
Historic Buddha head sculpture with peaceful expression mounted on a white marble base
Antique Southeast Asian religious sculpture featuring a hand-carved stone Buddha head
  • Antique carved stone Buddha head from Southeast Asia, likely Thailand or Cambodia, 18th–19th Century. Features serene meditative expression, curled hair, and traces of original pigments. Mounted on a marble base, reflecting Buddhist artistry, spiritual symbolism, and historical craftsmanship of the region.
  • Video showing multiple angles of an 18th–19th century Southeast Asian carved stone Buddha head with curled hair, traces of pigment and a modern marble display base
  • Antique Southeast Asian carved stone Buddha head with traces of pigment, 18th–19th century
  • Front view of carved stone Buddha head with serene expression and tightly curled hair
  • Southeast Asian Buddha head sculpture showing aged stone surface and surviving pigment
  • Three-quarter view of antique Buddha head with stylized facial features and curled hair
  • Historic carved stone Buddha head mounted on a modern marble display base
  • Close view of Southeast Asian Buddha sculpture with meditative expression and weathered patina
  • Side profile of antique stone Buddha head showing carved curls and aged surface texture
  • Rear view of carved Buddha head displaying detailed hair curls and natural stone wear
  • Antique Buddhist sculpture from Southeast Asia with remnants of dark and ochre pigment
  • Carved stone Buddha head from Thailand or Cambodia, dating to the 18th–19th century
  • Detailed view of antique Buddha head with symmetrical facial features and textured curls
  • Southeast Asian Buddhist stone sculpture with serene face, aged patina and pigment traces
  • Angled view of mounted Buddha head showing carved hair pattern and weathered stone surface
  • Historic Buddha head sculpture with peaceful expression mounted on a white marble base
  • Antique Southeast Asian religious sculpture featuring a hand-carved stone Buddha head
Antique carved stone Buddha head from Southeast Asia, likely Thailand or Cambodia, 18th–19th Century. Features serene meditative expression, curled hair, and traces of original pigments. Mounted on a marble base, reflecting Buddhist artistry, spiritual symbolism, and historical craftsmanship of the region.
Video showing multiple angles of an 18th–19th century Southeast Asian carved stone Buddha head with curled hair, traces of pigment and a modern marble display base
Antique Southeast Asian carved stone Buddha head with traces of pigment, 18th–19th century
Front view of carved stone Buddha head with serene expression and tightly curled hair
Southeast Asian Buddha head sculpture showing aged stone surface and surviving pigment
Three-quarter view of antique Buddha head with stylized facial features and curled hair
Historic carved stone Buddha head mounted on a modern marble display base
Close view of Southeast Asian Buddha sculpture with meditative expression and weathered patina
Side profile of antique stone Buddha head showing carved curls and aged surface texture
Rear view of carved Buddha head displaying detailed hair curls and natural stone wear
Antique Buddhist sculpture from Southeast Asia with remnants of dark and ochre pigment
Carved stone Buddha head from Thailand or Cambodia, dating to the 18th–19th century
Detailed view of antique Buddha head with symmetrical facial features and textured curls
Southeast Asian Buddhist stone sculpture with serene face, aged patina and pigment traces
Angled view of mounted Buddha head showing carved hair pattern and weathered stone surface
Historic Buddha head sculpture with peaceful expression mounted on a white marble base
Antique Southeast Asian religious sculpture featuring a hand-carved stone Buddha head
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Thai or Cambodian Buddha Head | Carved Stone Sculpture on Marble Base | 18th–19th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Southeast Asia (likely Thailand or Cambodia)
Material: Carved stone with remnants of pigments
Period: 18th–19th Century

Description

This antique Buddha head sculpture is a remarkable example of Southeast Asian Buddhist artistry, carved with fine detail and mounted on a modern marble base for display. The figure’s serene, meditative expression conveys tranquility and enlightenment, central to Buddhist philosophy. The curled hair and stylized facial features are hallmarks of regional craftsmanship, while the aged stone surface retains traces of original pigments, enriching its authenticity and aesthetic value.

Features

- Hand-carved stone with intricate detailing of curled hair and serene expression

- Traces of original pigments enhancing historical depth

- Peaceful meditative visage embodying Buddhist ideals of enlightenment and inner calm

- Mounted on a sleek marble base for stability and display

Cultural Significance

Buddha images in Southeast Asian art were created to embody ideals of compassion, wisdom, and peace, often placed in temples, shrines, or private spaces for devotion. This head exemplifies the spiritual and artistic traditions of Thailand and Cambodia, regions where Buddhism flourished as both a religion and cultural foundation. Its refined craftsmanship and symbolic presence make it not only a visual masterpiece but also a meditative object inspiring reflection and inner harmony.

Condition

Very good antique condition with natural surface wear, minor abrasions, and a developed patina consistent with age. Traces of original pigment remain visible, adding further authenticity and historical resonance.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 9.75 in
Width: 4.5 in

Age (Approximate)

125–325 years old

Provenance 

Formerly held in a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Southeast Asia (likely Thailand or Cambodia)
Material: Carved stone with remnants of pigments
Period: 18th–19th Century

Description

This antique Buddha head sculpture is a remarkable example of Southeast Asian Buddhist artistry, carved with fine detail and mounted on a modern marble base for display. The figure’s serene, meditative expression conveys tranquility and enlightenment, central to Buddhist philosophy. The curled hair and stylized facial features are hallmarks of regional craftsmanship, while the aged stone surface retains traces of original pigments, enriching its authenticity and aesthetic value.

Features

- Hand-carved stone with intricate detailing of curled hair and serene expression

- Traces of original pigments enhancing historical depth

- Peaceful meditative visage embodying Buddhist ideals of enlightenment and inner calm

- Mounted on a sleek marble base for stability and display

Cultural Significance

Buddha images in Southeast Asian art were created to embody ideals of compassion, wisdom, and peace, often placed in temples, shrines, or private spaces for devotion. This head exemplifies the spiritual and artistic traditions of Thailand and Cambodia, regions where Buddhism flourished as both a religion and cultural foundation. Its refined craftsmanship and symbolic presence make it not only a visual masterpiece but also a meditative object inspiring reflection and inner harmony.

Condition

Very good antique condition with natural surface wear, minor abrasions, and a developed patina consistent with age. Traces of original pigment remain visible, adding further authenticity and historical resonance.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 9.75 in
Width: 4.5 in

Age (Approximate)

125–325 years old

Provenance 

Formerly held in a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Learn More

Explore the Hindu and Buddhist Sculpture of Early Southeast Asia through The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Browse our Collection of Buddhist and Hindu Relics and Sacred Statues

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