ABS 189
Code: ABS 189
Country: Tibet
Style:
Date: 1700 - 1600
Dimensions in cm WxHxD: 5 x 5.5 x 3.1
Materials: Crystal
Buddha Shakyamuni – The Historical Buddha
This rock crystal image of Buddha Shakyamuni was probably carved by a Newari craftsman from the Katmandu Valley during the 16th or 17th centuries. Rock crystal sculptures are generally difficult to date, as the date of manufacture does not necessarily correspond with the stylistic impression.
The Buddha is seated legs crossed in meditation, his religious garment leaving his right shoulder uncovered. With his right hand, he touches the ground before him while his left rests in his lap in contemplation. This posture refers to the episode of his victory over Mara, god of Death and illusion when, by touching the ground he took the Earth as a witness of his spiritual realisation.
This rock crystal image of Buddha Shakyamuni was probably carved by a Newari craftsman from the Katmandu Valley during the 16th or 17th centuries. Rock crystal sculptures are generally difficult to date, as the date of manufacture does not necessarily correspond with the stylistic impression.
The Buddha is seated legs crossed in meditation, his religious garment leaving his right shoulder uncovered. With his right hand, he touches the ground before him while his left rests in his lap in contemplation. This posture refers to the episode of his victory over Mara, god of Death and illusion when, by touching the ground he took the Earth as a witness of his spiritual realisation.