Here Buddha is depicted in the Earth. As the Buddha drew near to his enlightenment experience, he was assailed by the forces of temptation (Mara). He remained steadfast, however, and reached down to call upon the Earth to witness his vow to be unmoved by any temptation. Thus, it is a gesture of determination, reflecting the immovable, unshakable aspect of meditation. Gautama Buddha was born in 563 B.C. in northeast India. The Buddha was the son of the King of the Sakyas. This beautuful fine art museum replica is perfect for any interior decor. This fine art statue is made of resin with hand-painted color details measures 3.25 in. x 4.75 in. x 2.5 in.