Khmer Lokeshvara Traveling Statue – Ancient Bronze, Protective Bodhisattva Lot 146

Estimated value: €600 – €650

This small Khmer travel statue represents Lokeshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion and protection. The statue is made to be carried with you: compact, light, and shaped for proximity. Lokeshvara is seen as a protective presence that provides strength on the journey and watches over the wearer during uncertain or transitional phases. This is a statue that was not meant to be viewed from a distance, but to be part of daily life.

The appearance is calm and weathered. The rounded details, softened contours, and deep patina show that the statue has been used and touched for a long time. This gives it a palpable aura of ancient use and intention. It is not a decorative object, but a personal protective statue with a quiet, concentrated power.

Why choose this statue: because it is old, authentic, and clearly served a purpose. This type of Khmer travel statue was carried for generations as a companion object. The value lies not only in the material, but above all in the age, authenticity, and the long-term use that is visibly present.

Dimensions: H 9 cm x W 3.1 cm  
Weight: 100 grams

Each object is examined before it is offered: material, casting or carving technique, surface, and signs of age are compared with documented references. You will receive a certificate of authenticity and an official invoice detailing the period, material, and available provenance.

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