Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Nandi Bulls the smell of camphor discouraged

the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects

Traditionally made from worn saris and domestic fabrics

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

Painted Pichwai From Nathdwara - Rajasthan

This lovely mihrab mirror is an incredibly convincing replica of an old teak window from Madhya Pradesh in Central India

Gilt Brass Buddha - Varada Mudra Nandi Bulls the smell of camphor discouragedThis 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.