Art of the Western Regions
"Art of the Western Regions"
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 3 August 18, 2020 (Tue) - September 27, 2020 (Sun)
Reliquary, Reportedly from Subashi, China, Ōtani collection, 6th-7th century
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.
Major Work(s) on Exhibit 4 results
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Reliquary | Reportedly from Subashi, China, Ōtani collection | 6th-7th century | TC-557 | |||
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Head of a Buddha | Khotan, China, Ōtani collection | 3rd-4th century | TC-456 | |||
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Musicians | Cave 33, Bezeklik Caves, China, Ōtani collection | Gaochang Uighur period, 10th-11th century | TC-554 | |||
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Winged Figure | Miran, China, Ōtani collection | 3rd-4th century | TC-556 |
