Blessing Sukhothai Period Buddha

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Reproduction of a Blessing Sukhothai period Buddha. The Lord Buddha is surrounded by 108 kneeling and devoted monks. Buddha is seated high on top of this throne His righ hand is raised in the "Blessing" gesture as he blesses all that look at this exqiusite piece! This image of Buddha embodies the Sukhothai ideals of tension and lightness, and has definition, with the sum of the whole representing divine perfection. Sukhothai Buddha images convey or emanate energy, and the ketumala, or flame like radiance, that stands at the top of the Buddha's head is emblematic of the character of the image as a whole. The ketumala, which translates to 'garland of rays', has been defined as a vibrant trail of ascending rays emanating from the most upper portion of the head, and as an accumulation of brilliant illumination that having arisen from the head. This stunning statue glows with a polished silver finish. Made in the famous "Lost Wax" method of bronze sculpture. The lost wax method reveals very high quality work and extremely detailed sculptures. Origin: ThailandMaterial: Bronze, highlighted in a highly polished Silver/Nickel finish. Measurements: Approx. 11.5" x 10" x 5.75"Weight: Approx. 5 poundsProduct # BB 166