{"product_id":"vintage-southeast-asian-bronze-crowned-head","title":"Vintage Southeast Asian Bronze Crowned Head","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"243\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(204, 204, 204);\"\u003eA SYMBOL OF SPIRITUAL PRESENCE\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"184\" data-start=\"48\"\u003eCreated in Southeast Asia in the mid-1900s, this bronze head reflects the sacred imagery that has shaped the region’s art for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"430\" data-start=\"186\"\u003eCrowned figures like this appear in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions across Southeast Asia. The tall ceremonial crown symbolizes spiritual authority and elevated status, while the calm expression suggests balance, wisdom, and inner awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"687\" data-start=\"432\"\u003eFor generations, artisans across the region created bronze sculptures inspired by temple traditions and devotional imagery. Pieces like this were often placed in homes, shrines, and sacred spaces, serving as reminders of reflection and spiritual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"689\"\u003eThe sculpture was made using the traditional lost-wax casting technique. The form was first shaped in wax, then covered in clay before molten bronze was poured into the mold. This process has been used for centuries to capture refined details while preserving the character of handmade work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"982\"\u003eOver time, the bronze develops a natural patina that adds depth and character to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"982\"\u003eThe statue comes complete on its blackened metal support and its printed story inside a beautiful envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1297\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1090\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze\u003cbr data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"1097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"1100\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia\u003cbr data-end=\"1129\" data-start=\"1126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1140\" data-start=\"1129\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-1900s\u003cbr data-end=\"1153\" data-start=\"1150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"1167\" data-start=\"1153\"\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional lost-wax casting\u003cbr data-end=\"1199\" data-start=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1199\"\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crowned spiritual figure\u003cbr data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1277\" data-start=\"1243\"\u003eDimensions with metal support:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca 37 x 11 x 11cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"483\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe ship worldwide. If your country is not listed in the checkout please \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@kirschon.com\"\u003econtact us \u003c\/a\u003efor a shipping quote.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"kirschon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53973555937609,"sku":"25BUBR12","price":539.88,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/8390\/4804\/files\/mid-century-lost-wax-bronze-deity-head.jpg?v=1790774863","url":"https:\/\/kirschon.com\/en-pt\/products\/vintage-southeast-asian-bronze-crowned-head","provider":"Kirschon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}