Bronze Sitting Buddha Statue - Dhyana Mudra Pose Hundi Hanging Lamps now serving as a sculptural

now serving as a sculptural object for display

the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects

When the mould is entirely filled it is left to cool

In Original condition - Rajasthan-18thC

These wood carved dolls given as a part of wedding trousseau also are meant to initiate the new bride's yearly  Golu celebration in her new home

Bronze Sitting Buddha Statue - Dhyana Mudra Pose Hundi Hanging Lamps now serving as a sculpturalThese bronze Buddha statues are hand made using techniques handed down through the generations. Cast over a meld of clay and wax, once cooled, the statue is then painstakingly polished. This Buddha is in the meditation pose; his hands resting on his lap, right hand leaning on the palm of the left. The pose of Dhyana Mudra was used by Buddha during his final meditation beneath the Bodhi tree before achieving enlightenment. From China 24 x 17 x 39