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An iconographic object of Buddhist wood-carving from the area, the Singpho Buddha Wooden Sculpture is an example of incredible Buddhist wood-carving traditions by one of the indigenous ethnic communities of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Myanmar. The sculpture represents an elaborately carved Buddha figure seated in the Dharma-Chakra Mudra. Say the gesture of the first sermon delivered by Buddha at Sarnath. Truly traditional, this sculpture adopts all the artistic wood-carving paths typical of the great spiritual and artistic traditions of the ethnic Singpho people of this region. The gesture has an inseparable link to the Buddhist teachings and consists of two hands held close together in front of the body such that the thumbs and index fingers of both hands form circles, thus symbolizing the inseparability of wisdom and method. Singpho artisans carve this holy image from local woods such as teak or sandalwood and finish it beautifully, adding durability to the already beautiful sculpture.
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An iconographic object of Buddhist wood-carving from the area, the Singpho Buddha Wooden Sculpture is an example of incredible Buddhist wood-carving traditions by one of the indigenous ethnic communities of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Myanmar. The sculpture represents an elaborately carved Buddha figure seated in the Dharma-Chakra Mudra. Say the gesture of the first sermon delivered by Buddha at Sarnath. Truly traditional, this sculpture adopts all the artistic wood-carving paths typical of the great spiritual and artistic traditions of the ethnic Singpho people of this region. The gesture has an inseparable link to the Buddhist teachings and consists of two hands held close together in front of the body such that the thumbs and index fingers of both hands form circles, thus symbolizing the inseparability of wisdom and method. Singpho artisans carve this holy image from local woods such as teak or sandalwood and finish it beautifully, adding durability to the already beautiful sculpture.
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Such sculptures are generally placed within monasteries, meditation hall, and homes as objects for veneration. The Singpho cherish the Buddhist message and Theravāda Buddhism, which is mirrored very largely in their art. Through their wood carving, a spiritual way of relating blends with remarkable handiwork. This wooden sculpture enables the Singpho tribe to sustain cultural and religious identity, imparting the Buddhist message for generations yet to come to draw inspiration.
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