A MUROMACHI PERIOD STONE FIGURE OF BUDDHA AMIDA NYORAI Reddish-grey Sandstone, sculpted Japan, Muromachi period (1336-1573) This expressive an early Japanese stone sculpture depicts Buddha Amida Nyorai seated on a round lotus pedestal and framed by a curved aureole which has the halo incised. Buddha has his hands in Mida no Join Meditation mudra which symbolizes the triumph of enlightenment over the world of illusions and is exclusive to Japanese sculptures of this particular Buddha. Amida Nyorai, also referred to as Amida Butsu, is a celestial Buddha who has passed the bodhisattva path and has achieved superhuman powers giving him the power to live in the heavens. Amida Butsu is considered as the ‘Buddha of Infinite Light.’ He is the principal Buddha for East Asian Buddhism and is known for his long life and has total appreciation and the deep knowledge of the individualities of different people. Shape: Figural Dimensions: 22.5 cm (height), 14 cm (maximum width)Weight: 2,713 grams Condition: Good, age-related condition with natural patina and some notches here and thereProvenance: Collection of an American gentleman