Shakyamuni Buddha as Master of Gods and Men
Chinese Artist
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 66.0 in
F85-11
Image and text: The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, 2023
Where you'll find this
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Permanent collection
