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Dark stone sculpture of Buddha sitting cross-legged, hands in lap, eyes closed.
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Nagapattinam / Chola period, about 12th century

Buddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra)

Buddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra)

Look closely at Buddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra). Dark stone sculpture of Buddha sitting cross-legged, hands in lap, eyes closed.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

Imagine walking around this sculpture. What might change from another angle? The Art Institute dates Buddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra) to Chola period, about 12th century.

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A CLOSER LOOK

India Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu made this sculpture. The museum dates it Chola period, about 12th century.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

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Art Institute of ChicagoBuddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra)

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