Phra Buddha Sukhonthai • B.E. 2518 Bucha (3-inch lap)
Luang Phor Kuay (LP Kuay) • Wat Kositaram, Chainat • With Thaprachan Certificate
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Historical Significance
Produced in B.E. 2518 (1975 CE) under the revered guidance of Luang Phor Kuay (LP Kuay) of Wat Kositaram, Chainat, this model exemplifies the Sukhothai Buddha style—graceful lines, poised serenity, and balanced posture. Within collector circles, it is respected as a protective household Buddha that fuses refined iconography with disciplined consecration.
Contextual Insight: In Thai Buddhist practice, household Buddha images from the B.E. 2500s–2510s often reflect post-war devotional renewal—emphasizing metta (loving-kindness), composure, and ethical diligence. LP Kuay’s lineage is frequently cited for its rigorous ritual chronology and careful material selection.
Materials & Craftsmanship
- Primary Composition: blended sacred Phong (holy powder), monk-blessed nammon (holy water), herbal and relic elements.
- Iconography: Sukhothai Buddha—elongated flame ushnisha, softened facial planes, and balanced torso.
- Mold & Finish: traditional pressing with characteristic powder texture; edges finished for display stability.
- Certification: accompanied by Thaprachan certificate (provenance support).
Consecration & Ritual Chronology
Consecrated at Wat Kositaram with formal puttapisek rites led by LP Kuay and joined by respected monks. The ceremony combined extended katha recitation, meditative empowerment, and metta-focused dedication, aligning the image with protective and stabilizing intent.
Believed Spiritual Properties
- Protection: traditional safeguarding from harm and ill will
- Metta Mahaniyom: social harmony, goodwill, and supportive patrons
- Prosperity & Clarity: steady opportunities with calm decision-making
Note: Spiritual attributions are traditional and depend on personal faith and conduct.
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Rarity & Collectibility
Collectors value this model for its documented origin at Wat Kositaram, association with LP Kuay, and clear Sukhothai aesthetics. Pieces preserved with clean fields and stable edges, together with Thaprachan certification, substantiate provenance and long-term desirability.
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Disclaimer: This article employs formal academic diction (provenance, iconography, material analysis) while remaining accessible. Institutional certificates substantiate claims but should be considered with physical examination and due diligence by the buyer.
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