{"product_id":"19th-20th-century-nepalese-gilt-bronze-buddha-vitarka","title":"19th–20th Century Nepalese Gilt Bronze Buddha in Vitarka – 15.7 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 15.7 × W 11.2 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 1 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilt bronze with natural patina\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th–20th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nepal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitarka Mudra\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Nepalese gilt bronze depicts the Buddha seated in Vitarka Mudra, with the right thumb and index finger joined in the gesture associated with teaching, discussion and the transmission of wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe robe is richly engraved with floral and animal motifs, demonstrating the detailed metalwork of Nepalese Buddhist sculpture. Surviving gilding and a natural patina give the compact figure depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVitarka Mudra is the gesture of teaching and reasoned discussion, usually recognised by the joined thumb and index finger. It connects the image with the transmission and explanation of Buddhist doctrine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurviving gilding, darker recessed areas and wear on raised details create a layered surface. The 7 photographs document the remaining finish, patina, casting and base from multiple viewpoints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361628701002,"sku":"043","price":325.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/19th-20th-century-nepalese-gilt-bronze-buddha-vitarka-vitarka-hand-01.jpg?v=1787934450","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/19th-20th-century-nepalese-gilt-bronze-buddha-vitarka","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}