{"product_id":"small-brass-buddha-varada-mudra","title":"Small Brass Buddha Varada Mudra","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis finely detailed \u003cstrong\u003ebrass Buddha\u003c\/strong\u003e is seated in meditation upon a double lotus throne, with an elaborate patterned robe covering the left shoulder and falling around the body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha's right hand extends downwards in \u003cstrong\u003evarada mudra\u003c\/strong\u003e, the gesture of generosity, compassion and the granting of blessings. The left hand rests in the lap holding an alms bowl, while beside the lowered right hand is a flowering plant, attributes associated with \u003cstrong\u003eBhaiṣajyaguru, the Medicine Buddha\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Buddhist tradition, the Medicine Buddha represents the healing of both physical and spiritual suffering. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is particularly attractive for its intricate detailing. The robe is covered with finely worked geometric and scrolling patterns, while the tightly curled hair, elongated earlobes and serene downcast expression retain the calm symmetry characteristic of Buddhist sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contemporary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medicine Buddha seated on a double lotus throne; varada mudra; medicine vessel; flowering medicinal plant; intricately patterned robes; tightly curled hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good condition with minor surface variations consistent with the nature of the material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W11 x D7.5 x H15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Indigo Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58503162855807,"sku":"C03118V1","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/2522\/files\/Small_Brass_Buddha_Varada_Mudra_C03118V1.jpg?v=1790177019","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo-uk.com\/products\/small-brass-buddha-varada-mudra","provider":"Indigo Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}