Beautiful & Unusual Thailand Brass Standing Sukhothai Protecting Buddha Statue-6cm(2.5") TallMeasures – (Height) 6cm/2.5” Displaying the sheer brilliance of Thai workmanship this handcrafted standing Sukhothai Buddha statue from HD Asian Art is a wonderful reproduction inspired by traditional statues of the period. With flowing robes the Buddha is posed with the left hand hanging down by the side. The right hand is raised at the chest, palm facing outwards, in a singe-handed gesture. This posture offers protection to the devotee and represents "Preventing Calamities", which is also known as "Pacifying the Relatives." It is also the Thai Buddhist symbol for those born on a Monday. Read our article 'What Day of the Week Were you Born?' at https:// https://stores.eCRATER.com/hdasianart//news/ to find out what day of the week you were born. This traditional in appearance piece is sure to add a unique touch to any room of your home or become a very special birthday present. One of the most recognisable of the Asian deities this Buddha, is sure to enlighten your home with endlessly timeless style. The piece is designed and crafted by hand. Our ability to purchase remarkable objects, such as this, direct from local villages and workshops ensures that much needed funds are invested in the local community. By purchasing these artisan items villagers throughout South-east Asia are benefited. Please message for more details. We have other Buddhist statues available. Please visit our eCRATER store to see our current Collection. Please check out our other listing where we have other beautiful Asian pieces available. For more beautiful Asian Art – https://stores.eCRATER.com/hdasianart/ and our sister store https://www.eCRATER.co.uk/sch/jamesh_1066/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686 Happy to ship worldwide. Postage discounts apply for multiple purchases. We offer a low start price with no reserve. Please message with any questions. Thanks for your interest and happy looking.HD Asian ArtSABA09