The standing figure with the hands in abhaya mudra,the columnar body dressed in simple monk's robes and surplice draped elegantly over the lower forearm,trailing even pleats down the body terminating in a naturalistically gathered hem over the bare feet,the youthful face finely carved with delicate features,with almond-shaped eyes framed by an elegantly arched brow,the translucent stone of an even milky-white tone with an unctous glossy finish.