PROVENANCE:
Private collection, Europe

This figure of Amitayus wears a coronet with an ushnisha on his head, annular rings hung below his ears. His face has a square shape, with a serene yet kind expression on it with downcast eyes. Shoulders wide and waist trim, the figure is represented with a jade and pearl necklace and a long chain on the upper body, lower half covered in a long skirt also with a jade and pearl belt, wrists and ankles bearing bracelets. A great number of pearls and precious stones were used on this figure, and the robe is depicted realistically with delicate draperies. The deity is seated in rajalilasana on a raised double lotus throne with both hands in dhyanamudr, the petals of lotus all exquisitely crafted.

This figure has a face of the youth adorned with a child-like innocent smile, which symbolizes his inner world that is untainted and spiritual. This form of representation is different from the mature and solemn Amitayus that is commonly seen, showing clear influence from Mongol and Tibet. The figure has a perfect proportion and a delicate design, with the splendid golden glitter making it an exceptional addition to Buddhist arts collection