Art of the Western Regions
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Hercules, Yotkan, China, 2nd - 4th century, Otani collection
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 3
June 10, 2014 (Tue) - August 3, 2014 (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:
Hercules, Yotkan, China, 2nd - 4th century, Otani collection
Square Tile, Flower design, Tuyuk, China, Tang dynasty, ca. 8th century, Otani collection
Head of Bodhisattva, Tumshuq, China, Pelliot collection, 4th - 5th century (Acquired through exchange with Musée Guimet)
Head of Bodhisattva, Kumtura Grottoes, China, Tang dynasty, 7th - 8th century, Otani collection
Paradise of Sakyamuni (copy), With Illustrations of Episodes from the Baoen Jing Sutra, Original: Cave 17, Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, China, Collection of the British Museum, Taisho-Showa era, 20th century; original: Tang dynasty, 8th century
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
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| Head of Bodhisattva | Tumushuk, China, Pelliot collection | 4th-5th century | Acquired through exchange with Musée Guimet TC-437 |