Shakyamuni Buddha as Master of Gods and Men
Figure seated in "dhyanasana" pose, with left hand resting on knee, right forearm lacking, on circular base with repeated petals in relief; fitted wood pedestal. Robe arranged in stylized, ridged folds, draped off proper right shoulder, hair and ushnisha arranged in stylized swirls
Purchase: acquired through the generosity of the Hall Family Foundation
c. 726-749 C.E.
Gray sandstone with traces of gesso and coloring
26.0 x 66.0in
F85-11
Image and text: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, 2023
Where you'll find this
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Permanent collection