Burmese Shan Seated Bronze Buddha

Burmese Shan Seated Bronze Buddha, ca. 18th Century AD. This Buddha from Myanmar sits in the lotus position on a stepped hour glass plinth with a long lotus bud finial atop his head. His right hand is in the earth-touching mudra or gesture. Very popular in Southeast Asia, this gesture commemorates the Buddha's attainment of Enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Very nice style for type. H. 9 1/2"..