Sculpture
Sculpture
ca. 16th century (made)
ca. 16th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
Figure of the Buddha Amitāyus seated on a lotus, he wears a crown, ear ornaments, and a necklace; and his hands are joined on his lap holding a pot of plenty (pūrṇa-ghaṭa). Traces of gilding are visible on the pedestal and the feet of the figure.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Sculpture (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Bronze, casting |
| Brief description | Bronze seated figure of the Buddha Amitayus, ca. 16th century, Tibet |
| Physical description | Figure of the Buddha Amitāyus seated on a lotus, he wears a crown, ear ornaments, and a necklace; and his hands are joined on his lap holding a pot of plenty (pūrṇa-ghaṭa). Traces of gilding are visible on the pedestal and the feet of the figure. |
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| Object history | Given by Mrs Morogh Barnard. 5 Warwick Avenue, W2 |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | IM.6-1943 |
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| Record created | September 20, 2007 |
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