Buddha in copper alloy, Thailand, Lan Na Kingdom, c. 16th century Seated on a lotus pedestal, itself placed on a pedestal. He wears the monastic robe, leaving his right shoulder uncovered, and makes the gesture of taking the earth as a witness. The face is serene, the earlobes elongated, the eyes half-closed, the hair is composed of small juxtaposed curls and surmounted by a cranial protuberance. Height : 34 cm The surface of the sculpture has been over-cleaned, the natural brown-green patina has disappeared. Provenance: Parisian collection.