Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Nandi Bulls the smell of camphor discouraged

the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects

rich patina

84 x 40 x 81 (wxdxh cms)

This lovely mihrab mirror is an incredibly convincing replica of an old teak window from Madhya Pradesh in Central India

Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Nandi Bulls the smell of camphor discouragedThis brass Buddha has a serene gaze and is seated varada mudra, both palms open. Varada mudra is a sign of compassion & charity, representing the five perfections; patience, effort, concentration, generosity & morality. This pose is always from a seated position with the right hand resting on the knee, hand facing outwards. Here Buddha also holds an offering bowl.