A Diminutive Copper Alloy (Bronze) Head of Buddha, Thailand 
Sukhothai Period (1350-1400)                                                                                                                                           
Cast with ‘snail shell’ tightly curled hair beneath a domed ushnisha rising to a flame shaped finial denoting enlightened consciousness. Demonstrating classic Northern Sukhothai facial features of an oval face effecting a serene & meditative expression, with arched eyebrows over heavily lidded & downward gazing eyes, together with a ‘beaked’ nose over recessed upturned lips. 
Minor losses noted. 
Mounted atop an associated & partially gilded metal base. 
Height of head, 3”. Overall height 7.25”.