Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Nandi Bulls Features: Central carved figure with

Features: Central carved figure with traditional dress and moustache

Painted Pichwai From Nathdwara - Rajasthan

These cabinets were used by nomadic people in neighbouring Northern Shanxi province for storage of clothes and bedding or grain

rich patina

This amulet dates to the 19th century

Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Nandi Bulls Features: Central carved figure withThis brass Buddha has a serene gaze and is seated varada mudra, both palms open. Varada mudra is a sign of compassion & charity, representing the five perfections; patience, effort, concentration, generosity & morality. This pose is always from a seated position with the right hand resting on the knee, hand facing outwards. Here Buddha also holds an offering bowl.