Ming Stone standing Sudhanakumara, 1368 CE - 1644 CE
Stone
86.4 x 30.5 cm
34 1/8 x 12 1/8 in
34 1/8 x 12 1/8 in
HK.2046
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Sudhanakumara is one of the acolytes of the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara (Guanyin) and is paired with Dragon Girl (Longnü). This configuration is coherent with the traditional Hindu-Buddhist arrangement of a master...
Sudhanakumara is one of the acolytes of the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara (Guanyin) and is paired with Dragon Girl (Longnü). This configuration is coherent with the traditional Hindu-Buddhist arrangement of a master as the central figure and two disciples by his or her side. His hands are usually depicted in worship gesture, highlighting his identity as a disciple.
This sculpture excels in delivering the details of clothing, especially apparent in the exquisite depicting of his floating scarf. The posture and facial features present a highly energetic and attentive outlook.
This sculpture excels in delivering the details of clothing, especially apparent in the exquisite depicting of his floating scarf. The posture and facial features present a highly energetic and attentive outlook.