Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion
Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion, is identified by the seated image of Amitabha, the Buddha of the Western Paradise, in his hair. The sculpture is said to have been found in peninsular Thailand and was probably made there. The posture and facial type are closest to sculptures from that region. However, the work also relates to some of the sculptures assigned to the Shrivijaya empire.
Artwork Details
- Title: Four-Armed Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion
- Date: 7th–8th century
- Culture: Peninsular Thailand
- Medium: Bronze
- Dimensions: H. 9 7/8 in. (25.2cm)
- Classification: Sculpture
- Credit Line: Fletcher and Pfeiffer Funds, 1978
- Object Number: 1978.407
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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