Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons (Shaka Gōma-zu), Kawanabe Kyōsai, ca. 1888

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Shakyamuni Conquering the Demons (Shaka Gōma-zu), Meiji period (1868–1912), ca. 1888, Japan, Album leaf mounted as a hanging scroll; ink and color on silk, 14 1/2 x 11 in. ( x cm), Paintings, Kawanabe Kyōsai (Japanese, 1831–1889), This scene probably depicts an episode from the life of Shaka (Skt: Sakyamuni), the historical Buddha, the attack of the demon king Mara. Shaka Buddha was able however, to defeat Mara and his army and thus attain enlightenment

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