Original Thai Painting of Buddha in Blue on White, "Relaxing Breath"

Buddha's gaze is deep and wise in this loving portrait by Sakchai. The artist uses brushstrokes light as a sigh to depicts the Enlightened One, using a palette of peaceful blue. The golden Urna between his eyebrows represents a third eye, permitting him to see beyond the earthly world and into the spiritual world.

Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist nation, filled with breathtaking ancient temples, pagodas and other architectural wonders constructed to worship Buddha. In Thailand images of Buddha play an important role beyond mere decoration. They are traditionally placed within the home in special locations, such as shrines or pedestals, to help facilitate everyday religious worship.