

Pagoda base with four Buddhas
Stone sculpture on a white base. Light brown sculpture with darker brown patches. Rectangular with an archway through center. The sculpture depicts a pagoda base with four Buddhas by an unknown artist. The front of the sculpture features an archway with a sitting Buddha figure visible through it. The left and right sides of the archway on the front have standing human figures carved into the stone. The top of the sculpture has a row of small carved figures, possibly also Buddhas. The sides of the sculpture are carved with various figures and designs, including another archway on the left side. The top section features intricate carvings of clouds and other designs. The left and right sides have carvings on them. The sculpture appears to be made of stone and has a weathered appearance. It sits on a white base against a gray background.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 560–75
- Medium
- Limestone with traces of pigment
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 498 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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