Antique Thai Style Ayutthaya Double Enlightenment Buddha Statue - 44cm/17"Measures – (Height) 44cm/17”An antique Thai style Ayutthaya Buddha seated, in virasana, cross-legged symbol of Serenity, with both hands in the double Bhumisparsa or 'Calling Earth to Witness' mudrā. 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. 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. Reflecting this story the mudrā symbolizes enlightenment, as well as steadfastness and Buddha’s achievement of perfection or nirvana. As is typical of Buddha images of the Ayutthaya period the sculpture displays influences of the Lopburi, U Thong and Sukhothai styles. The face is formed of a Sukhothai influenced oval and a U Thong influenced band separates the hairline and forehead. The Buddha is modestly attired ‘small ornamentation’ featuring a diadem. The Buddha has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow. He has a large Sukhothai inspired flame ushnisha protuberance on top of his head symbolizing his high level of spiritual development. His earlobes are stretched long from a youth spent as a prince wearing heavy gold earrings.Each detail is rendered perfectly. The distinctive patina of the piece is also particularly delightful. This traditional in appearance piece is sure to bring serenity to your home, office or sacred space.One of the most recognizable of the Asian deities this representation of the spiritual teacher Buddha is sure to enlighten your home with endlessly timeless style.Please message for more details.SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art, through our website and eCRATER, 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.We have other antique Asian statues available. Please visit our eCRATER store to see our current Collection.Please check out our other listing where we have other beautiful Asian pieces available.For more beautiful Asian Art – https://stores.eCRATER.com/hdasianart/ and our sister store https://www.eCRATER.co.uk/sch/jamesh_1066/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686Happy to ship worldwide. However, we price the cost of international shipping for each order so you only pay the actual cost of posting to your country. Please message for international courier prices to your country.Postage discounts apply for multiple purchases. Please message with any questions.Thanks for your interest.HD Asian ArtSCBR1686