Shiwan Ware Maitreya Buddha

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: stoneware;glaze, enamel, brown

DimensionsOverall: 17.5 x 10.4 x 16.5 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of the American Friends of Canada through the generosity of Carol Potter Peckham

Object number2006.014.004

DescriptionBuddha has an exposed rotund belly and chest, a bald head, smiling countenance and relaxed pose. He wears a flowing robe and holds a fruit in his left hand proper. His right hand proper rests on his right raised knee while his left leg rests on the ground in front of him. Figurine has an overall brown glossy glaze.
Colour: brown

Status

Not on view