IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Standing, the right leg slightly bent ...

The standing image of the Shakyamuni Buddha at Murōji in Nara Prefecture is a national treasure. The imposing figure, supported by a magnificent painted halo made from extravagantly carved wood, ...

This 30-centimeter (11 inches) tall Standing Gilt-bronze Bodhisattva was found by chance in Sinhwa-ri, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province during the farming of arable land in 1976. The farm appears to ...

Buddha statues are among the most recognizable symbols in the world. They are not just pieces of art, but they also carry great spiritual meaning. The statues come in various postures, with each ...

Buddha statues as decor have been growing more popular recently. They're favorite items for people who like spiritually-themed decor, and you'll find them in all sizes and materials. Many of the ...

The first time I saw the Leshan Grand Buddha, in southern Sichuan Province, I was standing on a strip of wet stones in the middle of the River Dadu. A group of children marched over the stones ...