Buddha Statue Laos Antique-01 hand carved Buddha are a highly revered bead

are a highly revered bead throughout the Near East and Central Asia that has been shrouded in mystery for centuries

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In common folklore

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and refers to iconic figures that depict a highly stylized female torso

Buddha Statue Laos Antique-01 hand carved Buddha are a highly revered beadBuddha Statue Laos Antique 01 ca. 1920 This hand carved figure has delicate and refined features in a folk art style of carving. The figure shows signs of long term use and age Patina is a warm slightly metallic deep gold tone paint over wood. Approx. 23" tall x 11 1 2" wide at the bottom The Buddha is seated in the "Calling Earth to Witness the Defeat of Evil" Posture. With fingers slightly touching the ground, this position represents the Subduing