large hand mounted antique thai style southeast asia bronze thai protection hand 77cm 32 subject_pot This inner sanctuary

This inner sanctuary

the present Buddha is more sensuous than most Dvaravati Buddhas

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

Shiva himself stands beyond time as eternal reality

large hand mounted antique thai style southeast asia bronze thai protection hand 77cm 32 subject_pot This inner sanctuaryMounted 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