Standing Buddha In A Protective Posture

22-10-3The Buddha has the hand & finger gesture, “Mudra Abhaya”, which in Sanskrit means fearlessness. Thus this Mudra symbolizes protection, peace, and the dispelling of fear. Mudras are a non-verbal mode of communication, consisting of hand & finger postures. They are used to evoke in the mind ideas symbolizing divine powers of the deities themselves.Lacquered bronze with inset mirrored glass discs.“Ratna Kosin”, Bangkok Period.Mounted on a precision hardwood & solid brass stand.Thailand.Circa 1850.Sizes/Dimensions: Height on Stand: 25” Base Width x Length : 7.50” X 7.50”