buddha statue antique indonesian style bronze javanese teaching buddha 40cm 17 Bird and tantric meditation upon him

and tantric meditation upon him is traditionally regarded as an antidote to desire and attachment

with flaming rim sits behind the head of the Buddha

aged character

where it serves as a guardian

buddha statue antique indonesian style bronze javanese teaching buddha 40cm 17 Bird and tantric meditation upon himBuddha Statue Antique Indonesian Style Bronze Javanese Teaching Buddha 40cm 16" Measures (Height) 40cm 16" An Indonesian (Java) Buddha in 13th century Majapahit style. This magnificent Buddha is stood samabhanga on a double lotus leaf pedestal. The lotus flower represents the attaining of enlightenment and the ultimate fulfilment that follows. This symbol is heavily used in Eastern religions, which is why it can appear as both a held item or a seat.