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Vairocana Buddha
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Vairocana Buddha
NEPAL; Early 20th century; Copper alloy; H: 38.5 cm; National Museum of Nepal, Kathmandu
Most of the Nepalese statues are heavily influenced by Indian art, as is this sculpture. Vairocana sits in full lotus position on a lotus throne. The hands are held in a variation of the bodhiyangi (wisdom fist) mudra, which is not usually associated with this figure. The eyes are closed beneath incised eyebrows, the lines of which meet over a broad nose. A large jewel is located on top of the usnisa and an urna is in the middle of the forehead. Large floral earrings hang from the extended earlobes, and a heavy necklace collar rests close to the neck. A belt secures the lower garment, its decoration matching those of the aureole and nimbus. |
