Thai Rattanakosin Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha kangxi served as grave goods

served as grave goods

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sacred objects that act as reservoirs and regulators of nyámà — the vital life force that animates all beings and matter

and stylized depictions of animals (fish

often embodying human or divine figures

Thai Rattanakosin Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Figure of Buddha kangxi served as grave goodsRattanakosin 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