Large Thai temple dancer – Apsara – Bronze with green...

For sale is an extraordinary, large bronze sculpture of a Thai temple dancer in the traditional dance style. The elegant figure is depicted in a characteristic dance pose. She stands on one leg, while the other is bent backward. The finely worked hand gestures, the slim body, and the graceful movement give the sculpture a particularly expressive appearance. The dancer wears a high, richly adorned pointed crown as well as an elaborately designed traditional robe-like garment with numerous floral ornaments. Gold-colored decorations on the crown, jewelry, and clothing form an appealing contrast to the green-patinated bronze. Particularly noteworthy are the detailed rendering of the face, the delicate headpiece, and the artistic patterns of the clothing. The figure is mounted on a black wooden base and originates from an inherited collection of Asian art and decorative items. Dimensions and Weight Height: approx. 52 cm Width: approx. 10 cm Depth: approx. 16 cm Weight: approx. 2,721 g Material: Bronze Finish: Green patina with gold-colored decorations Estimated origin: Thailand Base: Wood, black Condition The sculpture is in used condition with visible signs of age and wear, patina, sporadic paint loss, and superficial irregularities. The figure wobbles slightly on the black wooden base. In the area of the stand there are irregularities and traces that may indicate an earlier damage or repair. Whether there truly was a fracture cannot be determined with certainty. The black wooden base also shows signs of wear and small chips. Please note the numerous detail shots, especially photos of the base and its attachment. These are part of the description of the condition. A decorative collectible with impressive presence and elaborate design.

Estimate:$62.92

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