Thai Bronze Temple Musicians and Dancer – Set of 4 Sculptures – 2.4 kg
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Product description
Physical Dimensions & Condition
Height: 13.8–16.5 cm | Total Weight: 2.4 kg
Unique complete set — definitively unavailable for re-order after sale. This special four-piece set depicts three traditional Thai temple musicians and a graceful kneeling dancer. Together, they form a harmonious ensemble that refers to the music, dance, and court culture of historical Thailand. The combination of warm gold accents, a dark patina, and refined details gives the sculptures a vibrant yet tranquil appearance. Each figure is solid cast from bronze and finished by hand. The musicians play a flute, a stringed instrument, and a drum, while the dancer completes the composition with an elegant ritual pose. Together, they tell the story of ceremonial music and dance as it was part of temples, palaces, and religious festivities for centuries.
✓ Complete set: Three musicians and one traditional dancer.
✓ Solid Bronze: High-quality, heavy casting with a total weight of 2.4 kg.
✓ Two-tone Patina: Dark green base with warm gold-colored accents.
✓ Rattanakosin Influences: Inspired by classic Thai court and temple art.
✓ Fine Detailing: Instruments, jewelry, and traditional Chada headdresses are meticulously crafted.
✓ Includes: Official certificate of authenticity from 1stbuddha.
Cultural Significance
Music and dance have played an important role in Thai court and temple culture for centuries. Ceremonial musicians accompanied religious festivities, royal ceremonies, and traditional dance performances. These sculptures pay homage to that rich cultural tradition.
Temple Music: Symbol of harmony, rhythm, and spiritual devotion.
Traditional Dance: The kneeling dancer refers to classic Thai court dance.
Decorative Ensemble: An atmospheric set for a display cabinet, dresser, altar, or collection of Asian art.
Authenticity & Execution
All four sculptures are solid cast from bronze and display a beautiful combination of natural patina and gold-colored accents. The fine details of the instruments, robes, and headdresses attest to careful handcraftsmanship.
Material: Solid cast bronze.
Finish: Dark green patina with gold-colored details.
Completely Intact: Instruments, fingers, and decorative elements are intact.
Hand-finished: Fine engravings and meticulously crafted details.
Honest Collector's Condition: Light natural signs of age appropriate for vintage bronze work.
Specifications
Object: Set of 4 Thai bronze sculptures
Depiction: Three temple musicians and one dancer
Origin: Thailand
Style: Rattanakosin influences
Dating: Approx. 1960–1980
Material: Solid cast bronze with two-tone patina
Dimensions: a) Stringed instrument: 14 × 11.5 cm b) Drum: 15 × 11.5 cm c) Flute: 13.8 × 11 cm d) Dancer: 16.5 × 8.5 cm
Total Weight: 2.4 kg
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no breaks or restorations, featuring a beautiful natural patina and minor signs of wear appropriate for its age.
Additional details:
- Brand: 1stbuddha
- Style: Rattanakosin
- Style: Thaise
- Colour: Goud
- Colour: Donkergroen
- Period:
- availability: in_stock
- product_type: Beeld / sculptuur
Specifications
CategorySculptureConditionVery goodMaterialBronzeSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup