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Sakyamuni Buddha (1985.240)

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This early, high-relief sculpted image of the Buddha Sakyamuni displays a native art style from Mathura in Northern India. His right arm is raised in abhaya mudra, a gesture of blessing. The Buddha’s simple, monastic robe draped over his left shoulder and his elongated earlobes show that he gave up his princely attire. The wheel depicted on the palm of this hand is a symbol of Buddhist doctrine (dharma). The urna, a dot on his forehead, represents his connection with the supernatural world. Although now damaged, the Shakyamuni Buddha possessed an ushnisha (lump atop his head) indicating his wisdom. This sculpture was part of a larger program that included a full halo around the Buddha’s head and a bodhi tree which represents his enlightenment. 

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