Art of the Western Regions
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Sarira Casket (Relic container), 6th - 7th century, Otani collection
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 3
January 2, 2013 (Wed) - February 24, 2013 (Sun)This part introduces art of the Western Regions (Central Asia) from about the 1st to the 10th century, with a focus on Buddhist art. The highlight of this part is the rich variety of works with high artistic and historical significance.
Current exhibit includes:
Sarira Casket (Relic container), 6th - 7th century, Otani collection
Head of a Female Tomb Figure, Astana Karakhoja Tombs, China, Tang dynasty, 8th century, Otani collection
Head of Buddha, Khotan, China, 3rd - 4th century, Otani collection
Head of Female Worshipper, Kumtura Grottoes, China, 7th - 8th century, Otani collection
Figures under Tree, Astana Karakhoja Tombs, China, Tang dynasty, 8th century, Otani collection (Important Cultural Property)
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
CMT | ||
| Eye Mask | Astana Karakhoja Tombs, China, Otani collection | Qushi Gaochangguo period-Tang dynasty, 6th-7th century | TC-499-6 | ||||
| Bronze Sculptures | Yotkan, China, Otani collection | 3rd-6th century | TC-512 | ||||
| Head of Worshipper | Tumushuk, China, Pelliot collection | 6th-7th century | Acquired through exchange with Musée Guimet TC-439 | ||||
| Head of Bodhisattva. | From Kumtura Grottoes, China, Otani collection | 7th-8th century | TC-457 |