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made in Thailand

Postcard of Figure, of Buddha.
000-180-000-586-C
© National Museums Scotland

Figure, of Buddha

This bronze figure of Buddha is of the Khmer Lopburi School, Thailand and dates to the 13th century

The figure in silver-bronze alloy, shows Buddha seated in meditation.

Buddha's legs are positioned in Sattvaparyankasana, a position of meditation. The hands, the right resting on the left with palms pointing upwards, also express the meditative aspect. The gesture is called 'Dhyanamudra'.


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Online ID: 000-180-000-586-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0504: National Museums Scotland Part 2
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  A.1970.905
Date: 13th century
Material:
Dimensions: 185.00 mm H x 160 mm W
What: Figure / Buddha
Subject: Silver
Who: Buddha
Where: Thailand, Lopburi
Event:
Description: Figure of Buddha in silver-bronze alloy, seated in meditation: Thailand, Khmer Lopburi School, 13th century
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