Description Antique Thai style Buddha in the Phitsanulok style. A similar style Buddha can be found at the Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat temple, known among the locals as "Wat Yai". A similar buddha image, at the temple, called Phra Phuttha Chinnarat, is considered by some Thais to be the most beautiful buddha image in the country.a?¨a?¨The peaceful countenance of Lord Buddha exudes harmony.??The Buddha is seated, in virasana, cross-legged symbol of serenity, with both hands??held up in the double abhaya mudra. The Abhaya mudra "gesture of fearlessness" is a mudra (gesture) that offers protection, reassurance and safety. Dispelling fear and according divine protection and bliss in many Indian religions. Both hands are held upright, and the palms are facing outwards. This is one of the earliest mudras found depicted on a number of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain images.???? a?¨The Buddha has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow. He has a large flame shaped ushnisha protuberance on top of his head symbolizing his high level of spiritual development. His earlobes are stretched long from a youth spent as a prince wearing heavy gold earrings. The halo surrounding the Buddha represents his divinity.??a?¨
Dimensions 105cm / 42a??
Medium Bronze
Condition Report Good condition.