Mudra Collection (#2)

Daoist God Zhenwu (Perfected Warrior), Supreme Emperor of the Dark Heaven, Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Zhengtong period (1435-1449), dated 1439

Buddha, Standing with Hand in Gesture of Reassurance (Abhaymudra), Tang dynasty, 618-907, 7th/8th century

Yakushi Nyorai, 10th / 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Yakushi Nyorai, 10th/11th century

Vairochana Buddha Seated Giving the First Sermon (Dharmachakramudra), Mongolia, late 17th/early 18th century

Mother-Goddess Brahmani Seated in Yogic Posture Holding Water Pot, 13th century

Goddess Green Tara Standing with Hand in Gesture of Gift-Giving (varadamudra), 10th century

The Sage Agastya Seated in Meditation on his Water Pot (Kumbha), 15th century

Dancing Bhairava, A Horrific Form of God Shiva, 13th / 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Dancing Bhairava, A Horrific Form of God Shiva, 13th/14th century

Tantric Temple Banner of a Dancing Goddess Flanked by Dakinis, 17th century

God Vishnu Riding His Mount, Garuda, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown
God Vishnu Riding His Mount, Garuda, 16th/17th century

Mahasiddha Manibhadra Under a Mango Tree with an Evicerated Dog, 13th / 14th century
Mahasiddha Manibhadra Under a Mango Tree with an Evicerated Dog, 13th/14th century

Four-Armed Dancing God Ganesha with His Rat Mount, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Four-Armed Dancing God Ganesha with His Rat Mount, 16th/17th century

Tantric Deities Hevajra and Nairatmya in Ritual Embrace (Yab-Yum), c. 1600

Sarasvati, Goddess of Wisdom, Holding a Book and a Water Pot, 10th century

God Vishnu with Goddess Lakshmi and His Mount, Garuda, in Attendance, 11th century

God Vishnus Mount, Garuda, Kneeling with Hands in Gesture of Adoration (Anjalimudra), 14th century

Goddess Tara with Hand in Gesture of Reassurance (Abhayamudra), 15th century

Goddess White Tara with Kneeling Donor at Base, c. 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Goddess White Tara with Kneeling Donor at Base, c. 12th century

Four Miniature inscribed portraits of four Lamas, 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Four Miniature inscribed portraits of four Lamas, 14th century

Protector Deity Begtse Chen, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Protector Deity Begtse Chen, 19th century

Portrait of Lama Tsongkhapa, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Lama Tsongkhapa, 18th/19th century

Vajradhara Buddha Seated Holding a Thunderbolt (Vajra) and Bell (Ghanta), 15th century

Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Seated with Hand in Gesture of Reassurance (Abhayamudra), 15th/16th century

Plaque with Local Deity Ghantakarna and Spouse, c. 1600. Creator: Unknown
Plaque with Local Deity Ghantakarna and Spouse, c. 1600

God Vishnus Mount, Garuda, Standing with Hands in Gesture of Adoration (Anjalimudra), 11th century or earlier

God Shiva as a Deified King, Angkor period, 13th century. Creator: Unknown
God Shiva as a Deified King, Angkor period, 13th century

Buddha with Hand in Gesture of Teaching (Vitarkamudra), Dvaravati period, 8th century

Yaksha General Holding a Mongoose, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Yaksha General Holding a Mongoose, 18th century

Crowned Buddha with Hands in Gesture of Teaching... Angkor... late 12th / early 13th cent
Crowned Buddha with Hands in Gesture of Teaching (Vitarkamudra), Angkor period, late 12th/early 13th century

Celestial Beauty (Apsara) in Adoration, Champa period, about 1100. Creator: Unknown
Celestial Beauty (Apsara) in Adoration, Champa period, about 1100

Bodhisattva with Hands in Gesture of Teaching (Vitarkamudra), 9th / 10th century
Bodhisattva with Hands in Gesture of Teaching (Vitarkamudra), 9th/10th century

Buddha with Left Hand in Gesture of Gift-Giving (Varadamudra), Chola period, 11th/12th century

Buddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), Chola period, about 12th century. Dark stone sculpture of Buddha sitting cross-legged, hands in lap, eyes closed

God Shiva as the Supreme Teacher (Dakshinamurti), 10th century. Creator: Unknown
God Shiva as the Supreme Teacher (Dakshinamurti), 10th century

Buddha Giving the First Sermon (Dharmachakrapravartanamudra), late 10th / early 11th cent
Buddha Giving the First Sermon (Dharmachakrapravartanamudra), Pala period, late 10th/early 11th century

Jaina Tirthankara Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Jaina Tirthankara Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), 15th century

Eight Great Events from the Life of the Buddha, Pala period, 10th century

Buddha Calling the Earth to Witness (Bhumisparshamudra), Pala period, 8th / 10th century
Buddha Calling the Earth to Witness (Bhumisparshamudra), Pala period, 8th/10th century

One of the Five Celestial Buddhas, Seated with Hands in Gestures of Meditation (Dhyanamudra) and Reassurance (Abhaymudra), Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-24)

Green Tara, Seated in Pose of Royal Ease (Lalitasana), with Lotus Stalks on Right Shoulder and Hands in Gestures of Reasoning (Vitarkamudra) and Gift Conferring (Varadamudra)

Jaina Tirthankara Parshvanatha with Serpent Hood Seated in Meditation... 12th century
Jaina Tirthankara Parshvanatha with Serpent Hood Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), 12th century

Bodhisattva, Kamakura period, 13th century; detached throne, modern. Creator: Unknown
Bodhisattva, Kamakura period, 13th century; detached throne, modern

Buddhist trinity, Period of Division, Dated 550 CE. Creator: Unknown
Buddhist trinity, Period of Division, Dated 550 CE

Seated Buddha with figures, Period of Division, possibly 386-535. Creator: Unknown
Seated Buddha with figures, Period of Division, possibly 386-535

Standing bodhisattvas with monks, Pratyekabuddhas, lions... Period of Division, 557-581
Standing bodhisattvas with monks, Pratyekabuddhas, lions, and apasaras, Period of Division, 557-581

Buddha (fragment), Period of Division, possibly 386-535. Creator: Unknown
Buddha (fragment), Period of Division, possibly 386-535

Seated Buddha with two bodhisattvas, Period of Division, 557-581. Creator: Unknown
Seated Buddha with two bodhisattvas, Period of Division, 557-581

Seated Buddha (Shakyamuni) with standing monks and bodhisattvas (obverse) and donors (reverse), Period of Division, dated 535

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"Mudra: The Sacred Hand Gestures of Enlightenment" In the heart of Paris, France, lies a hidden treasure that transcends time and space - the intricate details of mudras adorning a majestic Buddha statue. This exquisite masterpiece stands as a testament to the rich spiritual heritage that has permeated Europe for centuries. Traveling further east, we find ourselves in Cambodia, where ancient Khmer carvings from Angkor Wat depict a seated Buddha in the Vitarka Mudra. With elephants and warriors below, this scene captures the essence of teaching the dharma, or Buddhist law. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter a Buddha statue with the dharmachakra mudra gesture from the 2nd-3rd century. This hand position symbolizes turning the wheel of Dharma and spreading enlightenment to all corners of existence. The divine mother Tara graces our vision next - her seven eyes watching over us while her right hand rests gracefully in varada mudra position. Generosity emanates from her being as she sits upon a lotus flower, embodying compassion and benevolence. A crowned Buddha catches our attention next; his Bhumispara mudra radiating power and authority. Crafted with wood, gilt, and colored glass during the 19th century AD, this piece showcases artistic mastery intertwined with profound spirituality. Moving on to Central Java in Indonesia brings us face-to-face with Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara. Crafted from bronze during the 9th-10th century period, this sculpture exudes grace and serenity while embodying compassion for all sentient beings. Venturing into Daoist traditions leads us to Zhenwu - Perfected Warrior Supreme Emperor of Dark Heaven during China's Ming dynasty. His presence embodies strength and protection against malevolent forces while guiding seekers towards enlightenment. Tang dynasty presents us with another remarkable depiction - a standing Buddha offering reassurance through the Abhaymudra gesture.