Figure of Bodhisattva

Title
Figure of Bodhisattva
Year/Period
Tang dynasty (618-906)
Region
China
Object Type
fragments (object portions), religious symbols and sculptures, sculpture (visual works)
Material
rock (inorganic material)
Technique
carving (processes), stone-working
Dimension
Object size: 84.2 x 51 x 26 cm (Without stand),
Object size: 104.7 x 52 x 30.5 cm (With stand)
Accession No.
2000-03530
Collection of
Asian Civilisations Museum

Popular in East Asia, this bodhisattva has vowed to deliver all beings from the suffering of the multiple courts of hell. He is usually shown holding a wish-fulfilling jewel and a staff.

 

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