Emerald Buddha
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. and about 66 centimetres (26 in) tall. The image is considered the sacred palladium of Thailand. It is housed in the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) on the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok.
| Phra Kaeo Morakot | |
|---|---|
| Thai: พระแก้วมรกต | |
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 | |
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