Buddha in alabaster and golden lacquer, from Burma, delivered with export certificate.

This delicate buddha is represented sitting in the lotus position (padmasana). The left hand on the knees, palm facing the sky symbolizes meditation. The right hand rests palm down on the right knee with the fingers pointing toward the earth. When the Buddha attained enlightenment, he reportedly used this gesture to summon the earth to bear witness to his victory over the seductive forces of illusion... The left hand on the knees, palm facing the sky symbolizes meditation.