Sculpture - Bronze - Ancien Bouddha en bronze prenant la terre à témoin - Laos - 18th century

Ancient bronze Buddha taking the earth as a witness. Laos - XVIIIe. In good condition. Signs of wear. Some chips at the base. Dimensions: 16. 5 x 6. 3 x 7. 8 cm. Total weight: 579 grams. Taking the earth as a witness: this position is called the position of taking the earth as a witness, or also the position of Buddha pushing back the armies of Mara (Bhumisparsa Mudra) , in reference to the episode where Buddha pushed back the temptation of the three daughters of Mara (demon representing the earthly passions) . Registered shipment with insurance and track & trace.