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Zhangzi: Standing Bodhisattva

CHINA, Shanxi, Changzhi; Northern Qi dynasty (550–577), dated 552; Commissioned by Wei Man; Limestone; H: 275.5 cm; Tokyo National Museum, Japan
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　 The mandorla consists of a lotus nimbus and an aureole which are both framed with vine-like patterns. Similar decorations are often seen on other mandorlas from the Northern Qi dynasty (550–577). The edge of the mandorla is decorated with flame motifs. The back of the mandorla has carvings of the Thousand Buddhas. An inscription on the base states the statue was dedicated by Magistrate Wei Man, the eldest son of General Taoguan, in 552.

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