Votive plaque: standing Buddha with "fear-dispelling" gesture
Accession Nr.: | 56.91.1 |
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Type: | religious or cult object; pottery |
Date of production: |
18th century
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Place of production: |
Materials/Techniques: | terracotta, painted, gilt |
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Dimensions: | height: 17. 3 cm width: 7. 7 cm |
Painted, gilt votive tablet with Buddha. The Buddha is holding his right hand raised in a fear-dispelling gesture (Skt.: abhaya mudra), his left hand hanging by his robe. Behind him is a pointed arch background.