Dimensions: Height 14 cm Wide 12 cm Depth 4 cm without base
Weight: 544,9 grams with base
This terracotta plaque portrays a serene, seated Buddha in dhyana mudra (meditative pose) on a double-layered pedestal, a style consistent with the Buddhist art traditions of the Pagan period. The Buddha is framed within an arched niche, which appears to represent a stylized Bodhi tree canopy, symbolizing enlightenment. Flanking the central figure are two miniature stupas, underscoring the sacred nature of the depiction.
The Buddha's facial features, though softened by age, exhibit a calm expression indicative of spiritual transcendence. Such plaques were likely votive offerings, used in Buddhist rituals or pilgrimage sites, a common practice during this era.
Sold for €188