A bronze figure of Buddha, Thailand, Ayuttahaya period 14th to 17th century, seated in sattvasana, his hands in bhumisparsa and dhyana mudra, wearing a sanghati with long sash, the face with serene expression and downcast eyes, remnants of gilding, 34cm high Provenance: Eileen Power, traveller and historian, fiancee of Reginald Johnston (1928-35), later wife of Sir Michael Postan, the current vendor's direct predecessor.

Sold for: £4,800