Champa, 17th-18th century. The large vessel of goblet form with gilt oval reserves showing stupas framed by lotus borders, the cover handle with a gilt finial in the form of Buddha seated in dhyanasana on a double lotus base, his right hand lowerd in bhumisparsa mudra, calling on the earth to witness his enlightenment. Provenance: Ex-Collection of The Zelnik István Southeast Asian Gold Museum. Institutional art collection in Belgium, acquired from the above. Condition: Very good condition with wear to the gilt, small nicks and scratches here and there, as well as minor traces of age and wear. Weight: 4,608 g Dimensions: Height 36.5 cm