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Paradise of Bhaisajyaguru, The Medicine Buddha

Unknown7th century - 8th century

National Museum - New Delhi

National Museum - New Delhi
New Delhi , India

Bhaisajyaguru, the Medicine Buddha, is seen here seated in the vajrasana posture on a colourful lotus. He is seated in the Paradise of the East and is escorted by the Bodhisattvas and the monks. Below him is a scene showing a dancing girl, accompanied with a group of musicians. The side scenes on the right of the banner are missing and on the left side of banner Nine Forms of Violent Death has been shown. The Medicine Buddha saves his devotees from such disposable deaths..

Details

  • Title: Paradise of Bhaisajyaguru, The Medicine Buddha
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 7th century - 8th century
  • Physical Location: National Museum, New Delhi
  • Location Created: Dun Huang, China
  • Physical Dimensions: w1175 x h1190 cm (without cover)
  • Subject Keywords: Central Asian Arts
  • Type: Silk Painting
  • Rights: National Museum, Janpath, New Delhi
  • Art Form: Silk Painting, Central Asian Painting
  • Style: Central Asia Antiquities Art
  • Accession Number: Ch.liii.002 NM- 2003-17-348

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