Buddha of Infinite Light (Amitabha)
17th century
Physical Qualities
Gilt metal alloy with lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise, and seed pearls, 15.4 cm. OH
Credit Line
Frank J. and Elizabeth L. Goodnow Collection
Object Number
1942.70.717
Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light, is considered the spiritual father or guide who helped Avalokitesvara (Guanyin) attain enlightment.
The Buddha of Infinite Light is the central focus of the Pure Land, school or tradition. Amitabha presides over the Pure Land or Western Paradise, where he welcomes faithful followers to join him in escaping endless rebirth.
The Baltimore Museum of Art by bequest to the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, 1942; Goodnow Collection, Baltimore; probably acquired by Elizabeth Goodnow in China, c. 1912-1913
Frances Klapthor, BMA, "The Devotional Art of Tibet," May 14, 2007-January 20, 2008.
Collection installation, "Asia. Guanyin's Stories & Lineage," Levy Gallery, Baltimore Museum of Art, October 5, 2023-
Collection installation, "Asia. Guanyin's Stories & Lineage," Levy Gallery, Baltimore Museum of Art, October 5, 2023-
Markings: Dedication plate: a crudish double-vajra with a small circle at the center.
On View: Levy Gallery 2, Case 04/B
