Not currently on display at the V&A

Seated Buddha

c. 19th century or earlier (made)
Place of origin

Votive plaque, bearing a representation in relief of the Buddha in bhumisparsa-padmasana mudra. The attitude of calling the earth to witness while seated in the lotus position. On a double lotus base.


Object details

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Object type
Materials and techniques
Gilt metal. Cast.
Brief description
Burmese votive plaque, bearing a representation in relief of the Buddha in bhumisparsa-padmasana mudra on a double lotus base. Gilded cast metal. c. Mid 19th century or earlier.
Physical description
Votive plaque, bearing a representation in relief of the Buddha in bhumisparsa-padmasana mudra. The attitude of calling the earth to witness while seated in the lotus position. On a double lotus base.
Dimensions
  • Height: 6.5cm
  • Width: 3.5cm
Style
Subject depicted
Collection
Accession number
444(IS)

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Record createdJune 4, 2003
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