Reliquary(?) with Scenes from the Life of Buddha

Reliquary with Scenes from the Life of Buddha by unknown. The sculpture is made of a light-brown material, possibly stone or wood. It is rectangular in shape with rounded edges and a flat top. The front features a central figure of Buddha sitting cross-legged on a platform. Buddha has hands together in prayer and an ornate headdress on his head. Behind Buddha is an arched niche. On either side of the niche are two figures. The left figure appears to be standing and holding something. The right figure appears to be sitting. The bottom of the sculpture features various carved designs, including what appears to be a wheel. The sides of the sculpture are also intricately carved with various figures and designs. The background of the image is gray. The sculpture sits on a white surface.

Artwork Details

Date: ca. 10th century
Medium: Bone with traces of color and gold paint
Culture: India (Jammu & Kashmir, ancient kingdom of Kashmir) or Pakistan
Dimensions: 500 × 625 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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Reliquary(?) with Scenes from the Life of Buddha

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