Public Domain

Historical Buddha Crowned

17th century

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Historical Buddha Crowned

17th century

Physical Qualities Gilt metal alloy, 18.5 cm. OH; 5 lbs.

Credit Line Frank J. and Elizabeth L. Goodnow Collection

Object Number 1942.70.675

Sakyamuni, the Historical Buddha, wears a monk's robe and a king's crown. His left hand rests in his lap, indicating his meditative state, and his right reaches downward, evoking the moment before he touches the earth and attains enlightenment. Out of view, a small hole in the dedication plate covering the bottom of the lotus base reveals the presence of fabric-wrapped relics contained inside.

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. Exchange across Land & Sea," Levy Gallery, Baltimore Museum of Art, October 5, 2023-

Markings: Dedication plate: double vajra with spiral at center