Amida Nyorai

14th–15th century

Not on view

The scale of gilt bronze images such as this made them ideal for expressions of personal devotion. Worshippers carried these sculptures in portable shrines called zushi. Although its base is a later addition, the figure has survived in extraordinarily good condition because of this original display environment.

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阿弥陀如来立像
Title: Amida Nyorai
Period: Muromachi period (1392–1573)
Date: 14th–15th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Gilt bronze
Dimensions: Figure: H. 6 in. (15.2 cm); W. 1 5/8 in. (4.1 cm); D. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
Figure with base: H. 9 3/8 in. (23.8 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); D. 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: The Harry G. C. Packard Collection of Asian Art, Gift of Harry G. C. Packard, and Purchase, Fletcher, Rogers, Harris Brisbane Dick, and Louis V. Bell Funds, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, and The Annenberg Fund Inc. Gift, 1975
Object Number: 1975.268.168a, b
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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