Shakyamuni Buddha Calling the Earth to Witness his Enlightenment
The image depicts a sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha Calling the Earth to Witness his Enlightenment. The sculpture features a central figure of Buddha sitting cross-legged on a platform with his hands resting on his knees. Buddha has a distinctive protuberance on his head. The sculpture is made of brown stone or wood and features intricate carvings around the central figure. The carvings on the sculpture include various figures and scenes. The top section features a carving of a figure lying on a platform. The sculpture has an arched top and a flat bottom. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, with the sculpture sitting on a light gray surface.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 808 × 893 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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