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Gilt Bronze Buddhist Temple Figure: Enlightened Flame Finial - Siraspata Sculpture A3070

Regular price $900.00

Measures 15" tall x 4" wide x 4" deep.

The flame placed on the top of the Buddha’s head is called Siraspata, signifying supreme enlightenment. It is an iconic feature of Buddhist figures from Sri Lanka starting from the 8th century, which followed Buddhism's spread to the art of other countries. This example may be from Thailand.


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