Standing Boddhisattva, 7th century
Unknown Japaneseexpand_more
Gilt bronzeexpand_more
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Galeexpand_more 56.44
Not on Viewexpand_more
Bodhisattvas are divine beings who deny their own passage into nirvana to help others achieve salvation. In its serene simplicity, this sculpture typifies an early style of Buddhist sculpture that flowered in Japan after Buddhist teachings were introduced between 500 and 600. The full oval face and childlike proportions are related to Chinese and Korean prototypes. Small gilt-bronze statues such as this were easily transportable, thus helping spread Buddhism and Buddhist images throughout Asia.
Details
- Title
- Standing Boddhisattva
- Role
- Artist
- Dimension
- 12 in. (30.48 cm)
- Accession Number
- 56.44
- Curator Approved
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