Image title: Shakyamuni Buddha (19/20th century)

This bronze sculpture shows an image of Shakyamuni Buddha, from the 19/20th century.—Specifications: 50cm x 41cm.

Shakyamuni can also be spelled as Śākyamuni (शाक्यमुनि) or Sakyamuni.

Gallery information:

Kathmandu valley in Nepal offers a wide variety of Buddhist objects such as paintings, scriptures, sculptures, ritualistic objects, etc. Buddhism was embraced by the people of Kathmandu valley and the Licchavi rulers up to 8th century encouraged Buddhism. The items found here are exhibited in the National Museum of Nepal (Rashtriya Museum).