Thai Seated Figure of Buddha

Calm face, folded legs and one hand reaching down to touch the earth.

A seated Buddha in bronze from Thailand, dated in the record to the 18th century. This hand gesture is commonly known as the earth-touching gesture, associated with the moment of the Buddha’s enlightenment. The figure sits with crossed legs on a stepped base with flared feet, wearing a smooth robe over one shoulder. A flame-like finial rises from the topknot, and the face is composed, with half-lowered eyes. The bronze is dark brown with lighter rubbed patches.

About six inches tall. Peace, in a size that fits a bookshelf.