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Tumxuk: Seated Bodhisattva
Tumxuk: Seated Bodhisattva
 

Tumxuk: Seated Bodhisattva

CHINA, Xinjiang, Tumxuk; circa 6th century; Wood; H: 17 cm; Maralbexi Museum, Kashgar, Xinjiang, China
The figure was discovered at Tumxuk and depicts a cross-legged Bodhisattva and with hands in anjali (reverence) mudra. There is a double aureole surrounding the body. The figure wears a cross-hatched patterned headdress on braided hair that hangs to the shoulders. A tight fitting tunic covers the upper body, while the ample skirt clings about the legs. Though some raised folds are carved, lines suggest others. There are some Gandharan characteristics and is vastly similar to 6th century Bodhisattva figures found in the Kizil Caves.