Art Institute of Chicago

Standing Buddha

Central Thailand

Date

Mon period, 8th‒9th century or later

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Thailand

Department

Arts of Asia

Institution

Art Institute of Chicago

This standing Buddha, attributed to the Mon style of central Thailand (8th‒9th century), wears a monastic robe in the “wet garment” style influenced by post-Gupta art. Though damaged, the sculpture shows no traces of lacquer, gilding, or paint. Its origin remains uncertain, as many Buddhist sculptures were relocated over time. However, unusual features—such as counterclockwise curls, a rounded face, broad nose, four neck lines, its small size, and lack of attachment holes for the hands—raise questions about its authenticity.

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