Figurine Identification

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[Aasha]

I bought this figurine at a thrift store.
Can anyone tell me who or what it is?
A god, warrior, or maybe nothing in particular? Thanks!

[Laurus]

Can anyone tell me who or what it is?

It surtainly looks like Buddha for me. In a prince form not the laughing form.

[Koimichra]

It surtainly looks like Buddha for me. In a prince form not the laughing form.

I agree, probably a Thai Buddha, or somewhere in that part of the world. (Buddha art varies a lot based on region.)

[Melamphoros]

I agree, probably a Thai Buddha, or somewhere in that part of the world. (Buddha art varies a lot based on region.)

I third it being Buddha, and seconding what Koi said.  It's like representations of Jesus differing from region, time period, denomination, etc.

[Aasha]

I third it being Buddha . . .

Fair enough. It sounds like I have a second Buddha statue then  . Thanks to each of you for your opinion!

[rarthur]

That figurine is lord Shiva. This is very oldest figurine. This is not lord Buddha or Christ. This is only lord not warrior.
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Richard Arthur

[RandallS]

Richard Arthur

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