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| The Buddha in the Bhumiphassa mudra pose - Chiang Saen-style. | |
The image of the Buddha in the Bhumiphassa mudra pose found in front of the ancient three pagodas in Lopburi, Thailand of Chiang Saen-style. The Chiang Saen or Lanna style (between 11th and 18th centuries A.D.) was influenced by the styles of the Khmer, Sukhothai, India, Burma and Sri Lanka. Buddha images typically feature a lotus bud or orb shaped finial and large hair curls. The torso is plump, with a slim waist line. The face is round and smiling, with high curving highbrows, a hooked nose and mostly narrow lips. |
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| Issued Country | Thailand |
| Issued Year | 02.04.1993 |
| Category | Buddhist Image |
| Type | Maximum Card |