Amit'a (Amitabha) and the Eight Bodhisattvas
Dated in accordance with 1666
Maker Unknown
Asian Art
Although Buddhism had flourished in Korea for centuries, official patronage for Buddhist art virtually disappeared when the Joseon dynasty, which discouraged the practice of Buddhism in favor of Confucianism, took power in 1392. The faith never truly died out, however, and artists continued to make Buddhist imagery for less elite patrons. Amitabha, the Buddha of the Western Paradise, is shown here enthroned and making a teaching gesture. He is surrounded by an extensive retinue, including eight bodhisattvas, enlightened beings who assist mortals in their quest for enlightenment.
- Maker/Artist
- Maker Unknown
- Classification
- Painting
- Formatted Medium
- Hanging scroll; ink and gold on silk
- Locations
- Place made: Korea
- Dynasty
- Joseon Dynasty
- Dimensions
- 39 x 32 in. (99.1 x 81.3cm) Overall: 40 x 33 1/2 in. (101.6 x 85.1 cm)
- Departments
- Asian Art
- Accession Number
- 86.260.1
- Credit Line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Greenberg
- Rights Statement
- No known copyright restrictions
- Museum Location
- This item is not on view
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