{"product_id":"buddha-statue-antique-chinese-style-bronze-meditation-buddha-statue-13cm5","title":"Buddha Statue - Antique Chinese Style Bronze Meditation Buddha Statue - 13cm\/5\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Chinese Style Bronze Meditation Buddha Statue - 13cm\/5\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 13cm\/5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA seated antique Chinese style Buddha. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis lovely Buddha is seated \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein half lotus, Padmasana pose\u003c\/span\u003e. He is clothed in monastic dress composed of two traditional elements, an undergarment consisting of a long piece of cloth draped around the hips, and a long loose \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSanghati \u003c\/span\u003erobe that covers both of his shoulders. The clothing sensuously hugs the body revealing the anatomy beneath, a drapery style inspired by early seventh century Dvaravati styles that can be traced back to styles in Gupta period India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Buddhas hands are clasped in the Dhyana Mudra, the hand gesture that promotes the energy of meditation, deep contemplation and unity with higher energy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Buddha's face is serene, with a naturalistic and warm expression. The hair is piled high, rising to an ushnisha, symbolizing his high level of spiritual development. The face has half closed downcast eyes that suggest an inner meditation , a rather sensuous mouth and a barely dimpled chin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuddha is seated upon a double lotus flower pedestal. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe lotus flower represents the attaining of enlightenment and the ultimate fulfilment that follows. This symbol is heavily used in Eastern religions, which is why it can appear as both a held item or a seat. Some say that as the lotus flower grows in dirty water but becomes something beautiful, it demonstrates how we must forget our attachments to the material world around us and focus on our inner spirituality in order to seek happiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface of the Buddha has a very appealing deep malachite green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional in appearance piece is sure to add serenity to your home, office or sacred space.\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. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64676788830579,"sku":"dgm1789790956535","price":165.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/7054\/8083\/files\/buddha-statue---antique-chinese-style-bronze-meditation-buddha-statue---13cm5_1.jpg?v=1789790961","url":"https:\/\/yuletideclad.shop\/products\/buddha-statue-antique-chinese-style-bronze-meditation-buddha-statue-13cm5","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}