Marble Buddha

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Figure of Buddha, 19th century
South East Asia, Burma
Marble

Donated by G Will, 1911
Temporary Museum Number 1263

With his right hand extended towards the ground, this earth-witness mudra recalls Buddha's plea to the earth goddess to witness his attainment of enlightenment. The distinctive cranial bump or ushnisha indicates special wisdom. The lotus throne signifies purity.