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Buddha, Seated in Bhumisparsa Mudrâ, on a Throne

Thai

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Buddha, Seated in Bhumisparsa Mudrâ, on a Throne
18th century - 19th century
Thai
lacquered and gilt wood
13 3/4 in. x 7 1/16 in. x 3 9/16 in. ( 35 cm x 18 cm x 9 cm )
Gift of Doris Duke's Southeast Asian Art Collection
2005/1.449

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The Buddha in bhumisparsa mudra (the gesture of touching the earth with his right hand, palm inward), signaling his victory over Mara. In Southeast Asian contexts, this hand gesture is often referred to as Maravijaya mudra, or "victory over Mara."

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