 Buddha |
Inv.:
6005
Date: XVIII
century A.D.
Origin:
China
Dimensions: 110 cm high
x 63 cm long x 63 cm wide
Materials:
Gilt wood
This
large statue of Buddha is portrayed seated in the lotus position and
with the gesture of meditation (dyhanimudra). At the top of its
head there is a cranial protuberance, symbol of an adventure of
illumination. The statue
was donated from the missionaries in China to the Vatican in 1925 for
the World Missionary Exhibition.
RESTORATION
PROCESS:
-
Cleaning
of the gold leaves and of the tempura painting
-
Fixation
of the detaching parts
-
Refinishing
of the gilding, where necessary
-
Photographic
documentation
Total Cost: $12,730.00
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