The spectacular wooden figure of the Apostle of Truth and Non-Violence is given a fine treatment with a greater degree of finesse and smoothness. The Lord, who is also considered an incarnation of the Lord Vishnu, is seated on a lotus, a symbol of purity, and he is blessing the devotees. Gautam, as Buddha was known before attaining Enlightenment, gave up the lap of royal luxury, in search of the Absolute Truth and after a severe penance, he could find the panacea for all worldly ills.