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Statue of Amitabha
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This small sculpture shows Amitabha, the Buddha of the Western Paradise and the focus of the Pure Land sect of Buddhism, which was popular across East Asia, including Korea. This deity is recognizable from its right hand raised palm out in a gesture that reassures viewers to have no fear.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935) |
|---|---|
| Date | 800s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935) |
| Medium | gilt bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 22.5 x 7.2 x 7.2 cm (8 7/8 x 2 13/16 x 2 13/16 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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