Circa 1860, probably Rattanakosin-Style, Thailand, the gilt bronze Buddha seated on a tall tiered stand in the cross-legged yogic posture with hands in bhumisparsha mudra ('calling the Earth to witness' gesture which commemorates the Buddha's enlightenment and represents steadfastness); the sacred figure dressed with ornate robes, conveying an expression of great serenity, in overall good condition with age-consistent surface wear, minor losses to the edges; a casting flaw / hole to the side of the pedestal, private New York City collection, 22" (56 cm) high