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Gilt Bronze Buddhist Temple Figure: Enlightened Flame Finial - Siraspate 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 hair 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.
