Thai Rattanakosin Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha assegai Their connotations with fertility stem

Their connotations with fertility stem from the fact that frogs lay thousands of eggs and typically assume a squatting position

a testament to the integral role of llamas in ancient Andean society

A superb piece for collectors of Roman artifacts

following the Andean custom that required two individuals to drink together as a sign of unity and reciprocity

while the medieval world saw the rise and fall of empires

Thai Rattanakosin Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha assegai Their connotations with fertility stemRattanakosin Kingdom, late 19th century, Bangkok, Thailand Graceful lacquered and gilt bronze figure of the Buddha from the late Rattanakosin period, depicted in sumptuous royal attire. The Buddha is shown dressed as a prince, wearing long monastic robes overlaid with richly ornamented court regalia: an elaborate winged crown, a diamond shaped pectoral, beaded necklaces, and a heavy ceremonial cape. All surfaces are adorned with raised, jewel like