Fragment Mounted as a Box Cover with a Scene from Amida's Paradise, 1100s. This box features a fragment of a scroll. The overall geometric pattern creates a harmonious background in this scene of seven bodhisattvas in an architectural setting. Two boddhisattvas play instruments while seated on lotus flower thrones, while another, on the far left, holds a tray of offerings. With its soft gold colours and ethereal subject matter, this scene was likely part of a larger composition depicting the Western Paradise, considered the eternal resting place of souls in some sects of Buddhism.

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Size: 6645px × 3691px
Photo credit: © Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

Keywords: ., 900-1185, art, cleveland, gold, heian, heritage, japan, lacquer, late, museum, period, unknown, wood