Buddha Shakyamuni Artist: Unknown

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9th–10th century

Asian Art

On view, 2nd floor, Asian Art

The Buddha reaches down to touch the earth with his right hand, referring to a critical moment in the biography of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni. When he was challenged by the forces of evil to justify his right to seek enlightenment, he touched the earth, which thunderously responded in support of the meditating figure, dispelling his tormentors.

Medium

Limestone

Dimensions

2 5/8 × 1 3/4 × 1 1/4 in. (6.67 × 4.45 × 3.18 cm)

Credit Line

Lent by Steven M. Kossak, B.A. 1972

Loan number

ILE2016.30.2

Geography

India

Culture

Indian

Period

Pala period (ca. 750–1100)

Classification

Sculpture

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No Copyright - United States

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