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Shanhua Temple Great Hero Hall: Sakra
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Shanhua Temple Great Hero Hall: Sakra
CHINA, Shanxi, Datong; Jin dynasty (1115–1234); Clay; H: 375 cm
Sakra is a Dharma protector and is counted as one of the Twelve Heavenly Beings. The statue is located opposite that of Brahma in the hall and leads the rest of the statues on the west side. The figure wears a crown that includes a Buddha among its ornamentation. The robes are of Chinese style with large sleeves colorfully decorated with floral designs. The cloud-toed shoes are a style seen in China. The right hand is raised in lotus mudra while the left hand might once have held an attribute. A hole is visible on the forehead that was left by the stud of an urna. |
