Seated Amitayus Buddha - Clevelandart

Artist and nationality: unknown

Title: Seated Amitayus Buddha

date/date range of the artwork: 550-577

period or dynasty: Northern Qi Dynasty

country of origin: China

Materials: Marble. 110 x 66.1 cm

 

Although the name and origins of it’s artist are unknown, the Seated Amitayus Buddha was sculpted from pure marble around 550-577 of the Northern Qi Dynasty in China. It is currently at the Cleveland Museum of Art at 241B Arts of Ancient China where it now sits proudly on display. Throughout history the image of Buddha has some sort of significance for whatever position he is in. These poses are known as Mudras and were seen as signs of teachings whether how he holds himself as a whole, to even the gesture of his hands. In this specific rendition he can be seen sitting cross-legged during meditation. This is important to his teachings since he was known for practicing inner peace and trying to educate others on how to reach nirvana.

Find out more at: www.clevelandart.org/art/1915.334.1

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