Tibetan bronze standing gilt bronze buddha offering protection China, 20th century A fine example, the Buddha standing on lotus base with the "no fear" abhaya mudra, the figure is rendered with a serene expression by downcast eyes beneath high arched brows, flanked by long pendulous ear lobes decorated with large hoop earrings. Buddha wears an elaborate crown. Draped in a u-shaped folds, overlapped at the chest, covering the entire upper torso before gracefully falling around the arms, exposing hands, thighs and feet. The abhaya mudra symbolizes dispelling of fear. Buddha's warm smile conveys reassurance and protection. Overall measurements: 13-inch high x 6-inch diameter base. The figure alone measures 11-inch high x 6-inch wide x 3-inch deep.