A seated Buddha statue in resin, painted white and antique gold. The paint is applied by hand. It is 30 cm tall, 23 cm wide and 12 cm deep, and weighs about 0.7 kg. Made in Indonesia.
Palms joined at the chest
Palms pressed together in front of his chest and fingers pointing up, the Buddha sits cross-legged. This is a gesture of greeting and respect, known on Buddhist statues as the anjali mudra. In India people still greet each other this way today, saying namaste.
White robe, gold face and hands
Greyish shading brings out the folds of the white robe. The face, the curled hair and the joined hands are painted antique gold, darker in the hollows. Below the joined hands, a gold band runs down between the knees. This keeps the statue light in tone without looking flat. Because it is painted by hand, the edges of the colours can vary slightly between pieces.
Pale walls, white or birch furniture and linen curtains all suit the white. If you like light, quiet colours, this version blends into a room most easily.
In the hallway, facing the door
With its gesture of greeting, it fits well in a hallway, on a narrow chest of drawers or a console table. That way it is the first thing you and your guests see when you come in. Keep it away from shoes and coats, though, as Buddhist custom gives a statue a clean, slightly raised place.
For indoor use. Dust it with a soft, dry brush and avoid damp cloths.