Southeast Asia, Burma (modern day Myanmar), ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A stunning gold gilded Buddha who sits with his hands in the Bhumisparsha or Earth touching mudra upon a pedestal most likely once inscribed with written prayers now showing a lovely patina and the remains of silver gilt, blue, and red pigments. The Bhumisparsha mudra is delineated with his right hand over the right knee reaching towards the ground and palm facing inward. His left hand lies in his lap with the palm upright. This mudra represents the moment of his awakening, as he defeated the demon Mara, and claimed the earth as his witness to his enlightenment. His face reveals wonderful attention to details, particularly the flame-like ushnisha, tightly delineated curls of hair, characteristically elongated earlobes signifiying wisdom and compassion as Buddha can hear all the cries of suffering throughout the world (another interpretation of this feature stems from his noble origin when Gautama's ears were stretched by the opulent ear ornaments he wore prior to denouncing his materialistic wealth), his tranquil close-eyed expression, and long sashed robes. Much original gilding is still evident on the Buddha and his pedestal. Simply stunning! Size: 9.375" W x 19" H (23.8 cm x 48.3 cm); 10.75" W x 22" H (27.3 cm x 55.9 cm) with stand

Provenance: Ex-Private Boulder, CO collection acquired at Indochine Gallery

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