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Bodhisattva Maitreya. Art of Gandhara, 4th and 5th. Stucco
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Bodhisattva Maitreya. Art of Gandhara, 4th and 5th. Stucco
5951790 Bodhisattva Maitreya. Art of Gandhara, 4th and 5th. Stucco. by Afghan School; (add.info.: Bodhisattva Maitreya. Afghanistan (?) or Taxila website in Pakistan (?). Art of Gandhara, 4th and 5th. Stucco. For Asian religions, the conception of time is cyclical. The historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, was thus preceded by Buddhas of the past and should be followed by Maitreya, the Buddha to come. As a Bodhisattva (future Eveille) richly vetted and adorned, it is the latter that can undoubtedly be recognized here by its characteristic attribute: the small water vase held in the left hand. This work probably belonged to a triad composed of Buddha, in the centre, surrounded by two Bodhisattva: Maitreya, on his right, and Avavlokiteshvara (the bodhisttva of compassion) on his left.); Photo eSylvain Collet; Afghan, out of copyright
Media ID 23713596
© Sylvain Collet / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the exquisite artistry of the Bodhisattva Maitreya, originating from Gandhara in the 4th and 5th centuries. Crafted out of stucco by the Afghan School, this masterpiece is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Afghanistan or possibly Taxila in Pakistan. In Asian religions, time is perceived as cyclical, and this belief is beautifully depicted through this artwork. The historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, was preceded by previous Buddhas and will be succeeded by Maitreya, also known as the Buddha to come. As a Bodhisattva representing future enlightenment, Maitreya is adorned with opulence and can be unmistakably identified by one distinct attribute - a small water vase held delicately in their left hand. It is believed that this stunning piece may have been part of a triad composition featuring Buddha at its center. Flanking him would have been two other significant Bodhisattvas: Maitreya on his right and Avavlokiteshvara (the embodiment of compassion) on his left. Photographed by Sylvain Collet for Fine Art Finder, this image captures every intricate detail of this remarkable sculpture. With its profound symbolism rooted in Buddhism's mythology and religious beliefs, it serves as an artistic representation that transcends time itself.
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