Temptation of Buddha by the Evil Forces of Mara

Cleveland Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a seated Buddha figure with eyes closed and hands resting on lap. The Buddha has black hair styled in small bumps on top of head. The figure wears a red garment draped over left shoulder. The right arm is bent at the elbow with hand resting on right knee. The left hand rests on top of right hand in lap. The figure sits on a rectangular base with legs crossed. The background of the sculpture features a rectangular frame with protruding carvings of multiple faces and figures. The faces and figures appear to be demons or evil spirits. The sculpture appears to be made of stone or wood with a weathered appearance. The dominant colors are shades of brown, red, and black. The overall style suggests an ancient or traditional Asian art piece by an unknown artist titled "Temptation of Buddha by the Evil Forces of Mara".