Signed Original Thai Buddha Painting in Acrylic on Canvas, "Peaceful Buddha II"

Buddha's smiling features communicate a state of nirvana – the final beatitude sought through the extinction of desire and individual consciousness. It transcends the suffering of earth. Thotsapon depicts the master against a radiant golden sky.

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.