Welcoming Descent of the Amida Buddha Triad, 15th century, Traditionally attributed to Kyosei Sonchi, active c. 15th to 16th century, 48 7/16 × 21 9/16 in. ( × cm) (image)71 × 27 7/8 in. ( × cm) (mount, without roller), Ink, color, and gold on silk, Japan, 15th century, Followers of the Pure Land sect of Buddhism believe that at the moment of death Amida Buddha will descend from his paradise to receive the soul of a faithful follower. This painting depicts Amida floating downward on clouds. He is accompanied by two attendant bodhisattvas, enlightened beings

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