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ca. late 10th–early 11th century · Stone · Asian Art

This meditating Buddha with an alms bowl is likely the Amitabha Buddha in the form of one of the medicine Buddhas, such as Bhaisajyaguru. A horned monster face (kirtimukha) with a string of pearls issuing from his jaws provides a protective presence over the meditating Buddha, who is framed by a pearl-bordered nimbus. Foliage and two lotus flowers fill the arch. This architectural relief is a false window antefix from a Pala-period Buddhist monument.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. late 10th–early 11th century

Medium

Stone

Culture

India (Bihar)

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 1997