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Aksobhya Buddha

CHINA; Ming dynasty (1368–1644), dated 1426–1435; Gilt copper alloy; H: 25.8 cm; Palace Museum, Beijing, China
Aksobhya, the Immovable One, is one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas and represents the great mirror-like wisdom. The figure is seated in full lotus position on a double lotus throne, with one hand in the bhumisparsa (earth-touching) mudra and the other hand holding a vajra, which is one of his identifying attributes. The crown and jewelry are ornately decorated while simple stoles drape down the arms. The interlocking nimbus and aureole are portrayed in frames with reliefs of vine-like plant and flowers.

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