large hand mounted antique thai style southeast asia bronze thai protection hand 77cm 32 subject_pot With fingers slightly touching the

With fingers slightly touching the ground this position represents the subduing of Mara (a demon) who bombarded Buddha with demons

In his hands he holds a mandala

The connection between Shiva and his mount Nandi is a profound and multi-layered symbol in Hinduism

with a naturalistic and warm expression

large hand mounted antique thai style southeast asia bronze thai protection hand 77cm 32 subject_pot With fingers slightly touching theMounted Antique Thai Style Southeast Asia Bronze Thai Protection Hand 77cm 31" Measures (Height) 77cm 31" A large antique Thai style hand from Thailand. The fingers are posed in a gesture of protection, the palm facing outwards. This "gesture of fearlessness" is a mudra (gesture) that offers protection, reassurance and safety. Dispelling fear and according divine protection and bliss. A Mandala decorates the palm of the hand, a symbol of meditation