Figure of Maitreya

unknown2nd half of the Tang period (618-907)

Linden-Museum Stuttgart
Stuttgart, Germany

Maitreya is the Buddha of the future. The upright sitting posture with hanging legs is considered as a symbolic depiction, highlighting that he is already turned towards Earth even before his appearance as Buddha.

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Title: Figure of Maitreya
Creator: unknown
Date: 2nd half of the Tang period (618-907)
Location: China
Physical Dimensions: h11.3 cm
Provenance: Linden-Museum
Type: Gilded Bronze Sculpture
Rights: Linden-Museum, Foto: Anatol Dreyer

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