{"product_id":"antique-khmer-style-dancing-bayon-hindu-god-hanuman-statue-23-5cm-9-tall","title":"Antique Khmer Bayon Style Bronze Hanuman Warrior Statue – Sword-Bearing Monkey General - 23.5cm\/9\" Tall","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Khmer Bayon Style Bronze Hanuman Warrior Statue - 23.5cm\/9\" Tall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures - (Height) 23.5cm\/9\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA dynamic and richly detailed \u003cstrong\u003eKhmer Bayon-style Hanuman\u003c\/strong\u003e bronze, portraying the revered monkey general in an energetic martial pose. With a sword raised high in one hand and the other arm lifted in a gesture of command or victory, the figure conveys Hanuman’s celebrated courage, loyalty and supernatural strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe sculpture draws inspiration from the visual language of \u003cstrong\u003eAngkor\u003c\/strong\u003e-period Khmer art, particularly the expressive warrior figures associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eBayon\u003c\/strong\u003e tradition of the late 12th to early 13th century. \u003cstrong\u003eHanuman\u003c\/strong\u003e is shown with a powerful human body, alert monkey face and curling tail, clothed in an elaborately patterned courtly and military costume. Incised scrollwork, beaded borders, geometric motifs and armour-like ornament cover the torso, sleeves and lower garment, creating a remarkably tactile surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHis \u003cstrong\u003eraised\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003esword\u003c\/strong\u003e and poised stance evoke the martial episodes of the \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e—and its Khmer counterpart, the \u003cem\u003eReamker\u003c\/em\u003e—in which Hanuman serves Prince Rama as the fearless commander of the monkey army. In Khmer art, Hanuman represents devotion, ingenuity and success in battle; comparable Bayon-style images could function as potent protective emblems of victorious strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA handsome blue-green verdigris patina softens the dark bronze-coloured surface, accentuating the extensive hand-finished decoration and giving the statue a convincing sense of age and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe sculptural composition is completed by a finely decorated stepped base and a small, stylised animal or demon-form element beside Hanuman’s leg, heightening its dramatic narrative presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003ePerfect for a collection of Asian art, Hindu devotional sculpture or Khmer-inspired decorative objects, this powerful Hanuman brings the energy of the Angkorian epic tradition into any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-secondary list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eKhmer Bayon-style depiction of Hanuman, the heroic monkey general\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDynamic kneeling or lunging warrior pose with raised sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eIntricately decorated costume, armour and stepped pedestal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eExpressive monkey visage and curling tail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAttractive aged bronze finish with blue-green verdigris patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eInspired by Angkorian Khmer artistic traditions and the \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eReamker\u003c\/em\u003e epic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"who-is-hanuman\"\u003eWho is Hanuman?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHanuman is the revered monkey hero of the Hindu epic, the \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e. He is celebrated as a symbol of unwavering devotion, courage, intelligence, protection and extraordinary strength. As the loyal ally of Prince Rama, Hanuman leads the monkey army in its battle against the demon king Ravana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"what-does-the-raised-sword-represent\"\u003eWhat does the raised sword represent?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe raised sword emphasises Hanuman’s role as a fearless warrior and protector. It evokes the heroic battle scenes of the \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e and the Khmer \u003cem\u003eReamker\u003c\/em\u003e, in which Hanuman uses his strength, bravery and strategic skill in service of righteousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"what-is-meant-by-bayon-style\"\u003eWhat is meant by “Bayon style”?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e“Bayon style” refers to the artistic tradition associated with the Angkorian Khmer period, especially the late 12th to early 13th centuries, when the Bayon temple at Angkor Thom was built. Khmer Bayon-style sculpture is admired for its strong, animated figures, elaborate jewellery and costume, expressive faces, and richly carved decorative surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"is-this-statue-hindu-or-buddhist\"\u003eIs this statue Hindu or Buddhist?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHanuman is a Hindu deity and heroic figure, but he is also deeply embedded in Cambodian and wider Southeast Asian culture. His adventures are retold in the Khmer \u003cem\u003eReamker\u003c\/em\u003e, Cambodia’s influential version of the \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e. Khmer artists have therefore portrayed Hanuman for centuries in sculpture, temple art, dance and performance traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"what-is-the-khmer-reamker\"\u003eWhat is the Khmer \u003cem\u003eReamker\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eReamker\u003c\/em\u003e is Cambodia’s celebrated adaptation of the Indian \u003cem\u003eRamayana\u003c\/em\u003e. It recounts the story of Rama, Sita, Ravana and Hanuman, while developing its own Khmer characters, visual traditions and storytelling details. Hanuman is among its most recognisable and popular heroes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"why-does-hanuman-have-a-monkey-face-and-tail\"\u003eWhy does Hanuman have a monkey face and tail?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eHanuman is traditionally depicted with the face and tail of a monkey, while often retaining a powerful human-like body. These attributes identify him as the commander of the vanara, or monkey army, and represent his agility, courage, intelligence and connection to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"what-is-the-green-blue-surface-colour\"\u003eWhat is the green-blue surface colour?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe blue-green colouring is a verdigris-style patina associated with bronze and brass surfaces. It settles into the detailed incised decoration, providing contrast and enhancing the sculpture’s aged Khmer-inspired appearance. As with many artisan-finished metal sculptures, tonal variation is part of the character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"where-should-i-display-a-hanuman-statue\"\u003eWhere should I display a Hanuman statue?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis Hanuman statue makes an impressive focal point in a living room, study, entrance hall, library, meditation space or Asian-art collection. Its energetic pose and protective symbolism make it especially well suited to a prominent place where its sculptural detail can be appreciated from close range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"is-hanuman-suitable-as-a-meaningful-gift\"\u003eIs Hanuman suitable as a meaningful gift?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eYes. Hanuman is a thoughtful gift for collectors of Asian art, admirers of Hindu and Khmer culture, and anyone marking a new challenge, journey, business venture or milestone. His enduring associations with loyalty, protection, courage and perseverance give the sculpture a particularly meaningful presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"how-should-i-care-for-a-bronze-statue\"\u003eHow should I care for a bronze statue?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDisplay the statue indoors in a stable, dry environment and dust gently with a soft, dry cloth or soft brush. Avoid abrasive cleaners, metal polish, water, oils and chemical products, as these may alter or remove the existing patina. Handle the statue carefully, supporting it from the base rather than from the raised sword or extended arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62413223723395,"sku":"SCBR4448","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4991-3.jpg?v=1787080807","url":"https:\/\/www.hdasianart.com\/products\/antique-khmer-style-dancing-bayon-hindu-god-hanuman-statue-23-5cm-9-tall","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}