Seated Buddha Statuette

This exquisite resin replica captures the serene essence of a seated Buddha statue, faithfully reproduced from a 12th-13th century Burmese bronze original. The original statue, which belongs to the Pagan Period, is now a treasured piece in the British Museum’s Department of Asia. This historical artifact hails from the ancient city of Pagan, known today as Bagan, a once-thriving hub of Buddhist culture and spirituality. In this replica, the Buddha is depicted in a posture known as the "Bhumisparsha Mudra," or the Earth Touching Gesture. This iconic pose shows the Buddha with his right hand extended to touch the ground, symbolizing the moment of his Enlightenment. According to Buddhist tradition, this gesture signifies the Buddha calling upon the Earth to witness his victory over the temptations of Mara, the demon king, thus achieving ultimate enlightenment. This mudra is prevalent among Burmese representations of the Buddha and carries profound spiritual significance. The city of Pagan