Ancient India Stoneware Sandstone sculpture depicting the Buddha's

Sculpture in sandstone representing the awakening of the Buddha, 10th century, India India, Pala period (from the 9th to the 12th century). Northeast India, Bengal region These sculptures were carried away by pilgrims during pilgrimages to Bodhgaya and Nalanda. They also served to accumulate good karma for the owner. The sandstone used to make them was quarried from these sacred sites, which conferred on the plaque the value of a genuine physical relic of the holy place. This plaque densely illustrates sacred Buddhist architecture: the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya (the place where the Buddha attained Enlightenment) surrounded by stupas. At the top, one sees a succession of small niches containing seated Buddha figures or miniature stupas arranged in tight rows, evoking the miracle of Sravasti (the endless multiplication of Buddhas) or the architectural niches of the great Indian temples. In the center, a niche houses the main figure of the historical Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama) seated cross‑legged. He is depicted on a lotus throne, performing the earth-touching gesture (Bhumisparsha mudra) at the moment of his enlightenment. In the lower register, secondary deities, Bodhisattvas (intercessory and compassionate figures) and devotees or donors kneeling in devotional postures (anjali mudra). Dimensions: 24 x 17.5 cm 19 x 16 cm Without the base Provenance: - Private collection in the south of France An authenticity certificate will be issued to the purchaser. Taxes and duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments #Orientalism

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