Michael A. Stecker
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It is made in the Sukhothai Dynasty style, probably in the 13th century. The Buddha is represented in the traditional pose of Bhumisparshamudra (touching the earth with the right hand to witness Shakyamuni Buddha's enlightenment at Bodh Gaya). The flame that crowns the ushnisha is an innovation of Sukhothai that symbolizes the splendour of spiritual energy. The three wrinkles in the neck and the much elongated ear lobes are signs of his former status of prince. |
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