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Buddha on a lion throne

9th – 10th centuries AD.

UNESCO Almaty

UNESCO Almaty

Buddha is shown seated in the “padmasana” position on the lion's throne. On the head there is a crown with three teeth with imitation of decoration with stones. On the sides – sockets and ribbons. The eyes and urn are inlaid with silver. There are massive earrings in the ears.
At the base of the throne is a Sanskrit dedication. View in 3D

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  • Title: Buddha on a lion throne
  • Date Created: 9th – 10th centuries AD.
  • Location Created: Chuy Region
  • Physical Dimensions: H. 15 cm., W. 0.7 kg.
  • Subject Keywords: Chuy, Kyrgyzstan, Bronze, Silver, Silk Roads, Buddha, Buddhism
  • Medium: Bronze, silver
UNESCO Almaty

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