Wooden Head Of King Jayavarman VII - Cambodia

Ancient wooden sculpture in the Khmer style of Jayavarman VII, one of the most revered rulers of the Angkor Empire.
In this representation, devoid of royal or divine attributes, the king appears as a simple and deeply spiritual man — a symbol of wisdom and compassion. The face, carved with half-closed eyes, a gentle smile, and a broad forehead, reflects the Khmer aesthetic ideal and the mystical serenity typical of the period’s effigies.
The elongated ears and harmonious proportions refer to the Mahayana Buddhist tradition, to which the sovereign was devoted. The reign of Jayavarman VII (late 12th – early 13th century) marked the height of Khmer art and architecture: under his patronage, temples such as the famous Bayon in Angkor Thom were erected, where the monumental faces of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara are said to echo the king’s own features. This “Khmer smile,” calm and compassionate, survives in this wooden sculpture as a tangible echo of that spiritual legacy.
Polychrome painted piece, with traces of time that testify to its history and handcrafted origin.
Condition: As shown in photos (signs of age consistent with vintage character, with small woodworm holes and slight pigment detachment, consolidated during restoration).
Period: 1900–2000
Estimated year: 1930
Country of origin: Cambodia
Material: Wood
Dimensions: Height: 48 cm – Width: 28 cm – Depth: 37 cm – Weight: 12.03 kg

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