Buddha Offering Protection (Abhaya Mudra), Leaf from a dispersed Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita (Perfection of Wisdom) Manuscript
Unknown Artist
1985.400.9
About this artwork
This folio, titled "Buddha Offering Protection (Abhaya Mudra), Leaf from a dispersed Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita (Perfection of Wisdom) Manuscript," is a 12th-century work from the Pala period, crafted in India, likely in Bihar or West Bengal. The piece is created using ink and color on palm leaf, emphasizing the delicate and tactile qualities of its medium. Depicted is a standing figure of the Buddha, who is shown in the Abhaya Mudra, a gesture that symbolizes fearlessness and protection. The figure is clothed in a red robe, with a serene expression, underscored by an aura surrounding his head. The background is a deep color, providing contrast to the figure, while intricate borders frame the scene, adding to the overall composition. This artwork is part of a larger manuscript that explores themes of wisdom and enlightenment in Buddhist tradition.
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