{"product_id":"mounted-antique-thai-style-southeast-asia-bronze-thai-teaching-hand-24cm-20","title":"Mounted Antique Thai Style Southeast Asia Bronze Thai Teaching Hand - 24cm\/10\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Thai Style Southeast Asia Bronze Mounted Thai Hand - 24cm\/10\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 24cm\/10\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAn antique Thai‑style bronze \u003cstrong\u003eBuddha hand\u003c\/strong\u003e from Thailand, elegantly modelled and mounted on a wooden base. The fingers are posed in a refined \u003cstrong\u003eteaching\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003egesture\u003c\/strong\u003e, with thumb and index finger lightly touching to form a circle while the remaining fingers extend gracefully upward, creating a poised, fluid silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis hand likely represents the \u003cstrong\u003eDharmachakra\u003c\/strong\u003e mudra, the “turning of the wheel of Dharma,” symbolising the Buddha’s first sermon at Sarnath and the commencement of his teaching mission. The circle formed by thumb and finger evokes the \u003cstrong\u003eDharma\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWheel\u003c\/strong\u003e and, in metaphysical terms, the union of method and wisdom—the continuous flow of insight that guides beings from ignorance to awakening.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWith its iconic gesture of setting the wheel of \u003cstrong\u003eDharma\u003c\/strong\u003e in motion, this fragment encapsulates the essence of \u003cstrong\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ephilosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e and practice. It recalls the Buddha’s realisation of the nature of suffering and his compassionate resolve to share a path of wisdom, ethical living and meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFor practitioners, the image serves as a quiet reminder to \u003cstrong\u003elisten\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edeeply\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003espeak\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003etruthfully\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eallow\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eunderstanding\u003c\/strong\u003e to shape action, pointing toward inner transformation and liberation from the cycles of dissatisfaction and rebirth.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe cuff of the wrist is \u003cstrong\u003erichly\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edetailed\u003c\/strong\u003e with beaded and incised bands, contrasting with the smooth, tapering fingers and adding a sense of ritual elegance. Time has given the bronze a softly varied patina that enhances the modelling and lends warmth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eMounted on a simple black wooden base, the hand becomes a sculptural focal point that sits easily on a desk, shelf or altar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eTraditional in appearance yet strikingly contemporary in its minimalism, this Buddha hand is sure to add serenity and thoughtful presence to a home, office or sacred space—a small, powerful gesture of teaching and blessing held in mid‑air.\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":62065261412739,"sku":"SCBR4196h","price":352.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4196h-3.jpg?v=1784834392","url":"https:\/\/fr.hdasianart.com\/en\/products\/mounted-antique-thai-style-southeast-asia-bronze-thai-teaching-hand-24cm-20","provider":"HD Asian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}