gramsStanding Buddha on a multi-platform with beaded rim. The robes are elegant and decorated with various pattern, the shoes are pointed in the front. The face of the Buddha is round and fleshy with a delicate nose and downcast eyes. The ushnisha is topped by a conical finial. Both hands are raised in abhaya mudra, gesture of fearlessness and benevolence. Originally this mudra was shown by the Buddha when he was attacked by an elephant to tame it.Provenance: Collection Sharpes, Strasbourg , acquired 30.7.1981 in Hong Kong , original invoice available