Large gold-lacquered bronze Buddha, Thailand, Ayutthaya kingdom, 17th-18th century Depicted standing, both hands raised in abhaya mudra (gesture of absence of fear), palms facing outwards. The face is serene, with arched superciliary arches joining the start of the nose. The hair is formed of small juxtaposed curls and surmounted by the ushnisha, a cranial protuberance, symbol of wisdom, whose flame has disappeared. Height: 82 cm Missing lower legs. Lack of lacquer.