Buddha Shan In Bhumisparsha Mudra, Burma
Burmese image of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni in Bhumisparsha Mudra, the gesture of calling the earth to witness his awakening and victory over Mara (Maravijaya). In the center of his forehead, the urna is represented by a stylized red unalome, a Buddhist spiritual symbol representing the path to awakening or enlightenment. It consists of a spiral (chaos/life), loops (obstacles/learning), and a straight line (clarity/peace), ending in a point: Enlightenment. Myanmar, Shan Princely States, early 19th century. Provenance: Claude de Marteau Collection. Sold with certificate of provenance. H 86 cm x W 33 cm x D 55 cm. View this Buddha in Bhumisparsha Mudra, Burma, in full screen on Vintage Addict
6 400 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Gilted wood
Length: 55
Height: 86
Depth: 33
Reference (ID): 1721433
Availability: In stock
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