Accession Number2005/1.454
TitleSeated Buddha in Bhumisparsa Mudrâ
Artist(s)ThaiObject Creation Date19th centuryMedium & Supportgilt bronze with glass inlayDimensions 20 1/16 in. x 13 11/16 in. x 9 1/4 in. ( 51 cm x 34.7 cm x 23.5 cm )
Credit LineGift of Doris Duke's Southeast Asian Art CollectionSubject matterThe Buddha in bhumisparsa mudra (the gesture of touching the earth with his right hand, palm inward), signaling his victory over Mara. In Southeast Asian contexts, this hand gesture is often referred to as Maravijaya mudra, or "victory over Mara."
Physical DescriptionGilt bronze Buddha with glass inlay in bhumisparsa mudra (the gesture of touching the earth with his right hand, palm inward), signaling his victory over Mara. He has elongated earlobes, wears a crown and tight-fitting intricate robes, and is seated on a pedesal.
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Keywords
Buddhas (visual works)
Buddhism
bronze (metal)
glass (material)
sitting