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Buddha Preaching

late 8th–9th century
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.
This Buddha in the teaching posture (vitarkamudra) is enthroned on a type of double lotus pedestal associated with the early Pala dynasty of eastern India (mid-8th century). Indian connections are also suggested by the manner in which the monastic robe is drawn up to cover both shoulders. Features resemble those of bronzes of this period from eastern India, most notably from Jhewari, Chittagong District, Bangladesh. Thus this statue represents a late development in Pyu Buddha imagery, which previously had followed conventions associated with southern India and Sri Lanka.

cat. no. 40

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Buddha Preaching
  • Date: late 8th–9th century
  • Culture: Central Myanmar
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: H. 6 3/16 in. (15.7 cm); W. 3 9/16 in. (9 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Lent by Department of Archaeology and Museums, Yangon, Myanmar
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art