Meditating Buddha with Alms Bowl Enthroned in a Foliated Niche

The sculpture depicts a meditating Buddha figure sitting cross-legged in an oval recess. The Buddha is positioned within an arched niche adorned with a beaded border and surrounded by intricate carvings. The figure wears a simple robe. Atop the arch is a carved motif of a makara, a mythical creature with a snout and fins, supporting a small figure. The sculpture's surface features a weathered appearance with visible signs of aging. The base of the sculpture is flat and wide. The background of the image is a gradient transitioning from dark gray at the top to white at the bottom.