An example of one of the earliest Buddhist images in Japan.
Figure of meditating Bodhisattva by Unknown Artist, 650700
© British Museum
Details
- Medium:
- Gilt bronze
- Dimensions:
- 32 cm
- Art Fund grant:
- £3,000 ( Total: £11,000)
- Acquired in:
- 1963
- Vendor:
- Raymond Johnes
Early Nara period. Depicts either Sakyamuni in his youth, or Maitreya, the Buddha of the future. Image close in style to Korean work. Pose characteristic. Landscape decorating the sides of the figure symbolise the retreat into wild nature achieved through deep meditation.
Venue details
British Museum
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London
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