Mouse Over Image to Zoom or Click to EnlargeVitarka Mudra Cambodian Wood Buddha Statue 19" Item #4c20
Materials: Monkey Pod Wood, Samanea Saman
Origin: Hand Carved in Cambodia
Height: 19 inches
Width: 15 inches
Depth: 8 inches
Weight: 12 pounds
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Description
Lord Buddha is seated in dhyana asana, the meditative pose also called padmasana. His hands are in abhaya mudra also know as the gesture of protection.
About Wood Lacquering & Gilding: The artisans begin this process by sizing the wood, before applying colors made with natural pigments. The pieces can be adorned with copper or gold leaf gilding. Pieces that are glossy are sanded and polished in order to give them their glossy finish. Some pieces may be lacquered, smoothed and then varnished.
This wood sculpture is a one of a kind statue, hand carved by the artists of Cambodia. Every piece is truly unique!
About Wood Lacquering & Gilding: The artisans begin this process by sizing the wood, before applying colors made with natural pigments. The pieces can be adorned with copper or gold leaf gilding. Pieces that are glossy are sanded and polished in order to give them their glossy finish. Some pieces may be lacquered, smoothed and then varnished.
This wood sculpture is a one of a kind statue, hand carved by the artists of Cambodia. Every piece is truly unique!