258 - Important lacquered wood sculpture of a Buddhist monk, Vietnam, 19th century

Important lacquered wood sculpture of a Buddhist monk, Vietnam, 19th century Depicted seated, dressed in a monastic robe with loose folds falling over the legs, hands placed in front of the chest in a ritual gesture. The head is crowned with a high monastic crown composed of several lobed panels decorated with applied gold ornaments on a red background. The face features stylized features with half-closed eyes, with remnants of light polychromy now largely flaking away, revealing the underlying preparation. The body retains a dark brown lacquer with wear, abrasions and surface lacunae revealing the structure of the wood and the various layers of polychromy. Height: 71 cm Missing polychromy, accidents.