Kashyapa
Artist/maker unknown, Chinese
Geography:
Made in Shaanxi Province, China, Asia
Period:
Tang Dynasty (618-907)Date:
618-907Medium:
MarbleDimensions:
21 5/8 x 7 3/16 inches (55 x 18.3 cm)Curatorial Department:
East Asian ArtObject Location:
1927-20-11Credit Line:
Purchased with Museum and Subscription funds, 1927
Made in Shaanxi Province, China, Asia
Period:
Tang Dynasty (618-907)Date:
618-907Medium:
MarbleDimensions:
21 5/8 x 7 3/16 inches (55 x 18.3 cm)Curatorial Department:
East Asian ArtObject Location:
* Gallery 233, Asian Art, second floor
Accession Number:1927-20-11Credit Line:
Purchased with Museum and Subscription funds, 1927
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Kashyapa was one of the principle disciples of the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni. After Shakyamuni's death, Kashyapa became the leader of his disciples.
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