This Buddhist plaque from the Heian period is beautiful... Size: Approximately 17cm Buddhist art from the Heian period often features circular pieces, and this type of artifact with silver plating is extremely rare. The depiction of the Buddha carved on it is free-spirited and light, suggesting it was more likely attached in an inconspicuous place like inside a small shrine due to personal inner faith, rather than being a completed work of art. The way the holes are made also tells the story... You can see a circular Heian period Buddhist plaque here: https://bunka.nii.ac.jp/heritages/detail/502903 And this Buddhist plaque... if you look closely, the right foot has six toes. This is common in folk beliefs and is interesting. It seems that in sincere faith, "action" was valued more than technique. The back is covered in breathtakingly beautiful verdigris. It's finished to the same level as the verdigris found on ancient art in museums. It's a very good piece of material. Please, feel the wind of the Heian period. #BuddhistArt #BuddhistStatue #Antique #Antiques #OldThings #Sculpture #BronzeBuddha #Prayer #ThaiArt #CulturalProperty #Design #Art #FineArts #Crafts #FolkCrafts #Jewelry #Silver #MetalCrafts #silver