Emerald Buddha
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The Emerald Buddha (Thai: พระแก้วมรกต Phra Kaeo Morakot, or พระพุทธมหามณีรัตนปฏิมากร Phra Phuttha Maha Mani Rattana Patimakon) is an image of the meditating Gautama Buddha seated in a meditative posture, made of a semi-precious green stone (jasper rather than emerald or jade), clothed in gold.[1] and about 66 centimetres (26 in) tall.[2] The image is considered the sacred palladium of Thailand.[3][4] It is housed in the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) on the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok.[1]
| Phra Kaeo Morakot | |
|---|---|
| Thai: พระแก้วมรกต | |
.jpg) The Emerald Buddha adorned in winter season attire | |
| Artist | Unknown |
| Year | 15th century |
| Medium | Jade or jasper |
| Dimensions | 66 cm × 48 cm (26 in × 19 in) |
| Location | Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace, Bangkok |
| 13°45′04″N 100°29′33″E | |