Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Gifts It has a distressed paint

It has a distressed paint finish

Dating to the 19th century

A dark square outline in the top centre shows where the original locking plate would have been

this small stature dansu works beautifully as a bedside cabinet

Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Gifts It has a distressed paintThis 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.