{"product_id":"buddha-statue-antique-sri-lanka-style-bronze-seated-enlightenment-buddha-statue-27cm","title":"Buddha Statue - Antique Sri Lanka Style Bronze Seated Enlightenment Buddha Statue - 27cm\/11\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Sri Lanka Style Bronze Seated Enlightenment Buddha Statue - 27cm\/11\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures - (Height) 27cm\/11\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique Sri Lanka style bronze Enlightenment Buddha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha is seated in the Bhumisparsa or 'Calling the Earth to Witness' mudra. With fingers slightly touching the ground this position represents the subduing of Mara (a demon) who bombarded Buddha with demons, monsters, violent storms and the three seductive daughters. Remaining steadfast the Buddha testified to his meritorious past by pointing to the earth and calling the Earth Goddess, Thorani.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Rising from the ground the Earth Goddess wrings the water from her long black hair. By this action she raises a torrential flood that drowns Mara and his army of demons. This gesture reflects this story symbolizing enlightenment, as well as steadfastness and Buddha's achievement of perfection or nirvana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeated in the half lotus position the large ushnisha protuberance on top of his head symbolizes his high level of spiritual development. The Buddha has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis earlobes are stretched long from a youth spent as a prince wearing heavy gold earrings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe peaceful countenance of Lord Buddha exudes harmony. The casting is beautiful as you can see in the fine details of the fingers and toes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach detail is rendered perfectly. The distinctive azurite and malachite patina of the piece is also particularly delightful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54966768075139,"sku":"SCBR3743e","price":482.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR3743e-1.jpg?v=1737315358","url":"https:\/\/de.hdasianart.com\/en\/products\/buddha-statue-antique-sri-lanka-style-bronze-seated-enlightenment-buddha-statue-27cm","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}