{"product_id":"brahma-statue-antique-khmer-style-bronze-8-arm-bayon-brahma-hindu-god-creation-76cm-31","title":"Brahma Statue - Antique Khmer Style Bronze Angkor Wat Brahma - Hindu God Creation - 38cm\/15\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Khmer Style 8-Arm Bronze Angkor Wat Brahma - Hindu God Creation - 38cm\/15\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements H38cm (15\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAn antique Khmer-style seated four-faced Brahma in 12th century Angkor Wat style. Each of the four serene faces symbolises Brahma’s omniscience, allowing him to gaze simultaneously in all four cardinal directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBrahma, the Hindu god of creation, is one of the Trimurti alongside Vishnu and Shiva. Here he sits with eight arms, holding attributes including a \u003cstrong\u003emirror\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003esutra\u003c\/strong\u003e (holy book\/knowledge), a \u003cstrong\u003elotus bud \u003c\/strong\u003e(purity), a mirror, \u003cstrong\u003emala beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003econch shell\u003c\/strong\u003e (primordial sound) and a \u003cstrong\u003ekalasha\u003c\/strong\u003e (abundance).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe kalasha is revered in the Vedas as a symbol of abundance and the “source of life”, described as an overflowing full vase. It is believed to contain amrita, the elixir of life, and thus represents abundance, wisdom and immortality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis three-dimensional Khmer representation of Brahma is closely related in style to sculptures found at the Angkor Wat temple complex in western Cambodia. He wears traditional Khmer jewellery, including elaborate earrings and a richly decorated mukuta (crown).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe god is shown with four identical heads. Strands of twisted hair are arranged in horizontal bands in typical Bayon fashion, forming a quadruple jatamukuta. Each crown is encircled by a band of large pearls, a distinctively Khmer feature not seen in earlier works from other Southeast Asian traditions. The conjoined jatamukutas are topped with a four‑petalled flower framed by twisted locks of hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eEach face displays open eyes with incised pupils, eyebrows rendered as a continuous line, neatly rimmed lips and a finely detailed moustache curling up at the tips. Brahma is seated in a \u003cstrong\u003ehalf‑lotus position\u003c\/strong\u003e (ardhapadmasana) on a large, tiered pedestal. His four faces look toward the North, South, East and West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe casting is exquisite, evident in the crisp modelling and refined details of every face and attribute. Each element is rendered with clarity and precision. Traditional in appearance yet full of presence, this sculpture will bring serenity and timeless style to any home, office or sacred space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57855763480963,"sku":"SCBR4941","price":1053.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4941-3.jpg?v=1776841594","url":"https:\/\/fr.hdasianart.com\/en\/products\/brahma-statue-antique-khmer-style-bronze-8-arm-bayon-brahma-hindu-god-creation-76cm-31","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}