Buddha figure; Indonesia, Java, 7th-10th centuries.Bronze, with remains of polychrome.Wooden base, lined with fabric.Measurements: 40 x 13 x 9 cm. (without base): 10 cm. alt. base.Round sculpture in bronze, of high quality, with traces of the original polychrome, from Java and dated between the seventh and tenth centuries. It represents Buddha in an upright position and performing a sacred gesture or mudra. A gauze hangs from his left arm and his sinuous body is covered with fine cloth, represented with subtle chisels, distinguishing the ceremonial cincture. The bun hairstyle is a symbol of meditation, concentrated spiritual life and wisdom. Above the headdress, a flame symbolizes the light of illumination. The eyelids are a symbol of spiritual concentration and purity, because of their similarity to the petals of the lotus, and complete a serene face with a sketched smile, symbol of the balance and serenity of a perfect being. The elongated earlobes allude to the large earrings worn by members of the upper classes in India contemporary to Sakyamuni, and represent the concepts of greatness, nobility and wisdom. Other "lakshana" present here are the folds in the neck symbolizing happiness and the cincture across his chest, which alludes to the Buddha's connection with the Buddhist community.