Akshobhya, the Unshakable Tathagata Buddha
Artist/maker unknown, Nepalese
Geography:
Made in Nepal, Asia
Date:
c. 15th - 16th centuryMedium:
Copper alloy with mercury gildingDimensions:
3 × 2 1/4 × 1 9/16 inches (7.6 × 5.7 × 4 cm)Curatorial Department:
South Asian ArtObject Location:
1963-155-11Credit Line:
Gift of Natacha Rambova, 1963
Made in Nepal, Asia
Date:
c. 15th - 16th centuryMedium:
Copper alloy with mercury gildingDimensions:
3 × 2 1/4 × 1 9/16 inches (7.6 × 5.7 × 4 cm)Curatorial Department:
South Asian ArtObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1963-155-11Credit Line:
Gift of Natacha Rambova, 1963
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akshobhya [x] buddhism [x] deity [x] late malla [x] nepalese [x] sculpture [x]Akshobhya, the second of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, is shown in the traditional meditation pose. His right hand is in the earth-witness gesture and his left hand holds a vajra (thunderbolt).
