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The combination of the warm brass-colored base and the partially preserved silver plating creates an appearance that immediately sets it apart from standard bronze Buddha statues.\n\n**\u003cp\u003eNatural wear on the highest parts of the statue creates a subtle contrast between silver and gold tones. It is precisely this combination that gives the surface depth, character, and an appearance that only arises through prolonged use and aging.**\n\n**\u003cp\u003eThe Buddha is depicted in the Bhumisparsha Mudra, the posture in which the earth is invoked as a witness to enlightenment. Within Buddhism, this mudra symbolizes steadfastness, inner strength, and overcoming obstacles. As a result, this representation is one of the most beloved and recognizable Buddha designs.**\n\n**\u003cp\u003eThe statue is constructed from separate parts. The Buddha and the lotus throne were crafted separately and subsequently assembled into a single whole. 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