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Fine Art Print : Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha, 1300-33. Creator: Unknown
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Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha, 1300-33. Creator: Unknown
Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha, 1300-33. In the Pure Land school of Buddhism, Amida Buddha is the focus of worship. Pictured here is the raigo, or the moment when Amida descends with his retinue to welcome a dying person into his Pure Land, called the Western Paradise. Once there, a person can concentrate on becoming enlightened. Images like this one could be placed before a person on their deathbed to help them stay faithful and motivated to attain birth in the Pure Land
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Media ID 19630469
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1185 1333 Hanging Scroll Kamakura Period
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the serene beauty and spiritual depth of the Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha, a captivating work of art from the Pure Land school of Buddhism. Dating back to the 1300-33 timeframe, this exquisite piece showcases the raigo, or the welcoming descent of Amida Buddha. Unknown by Heritage Art/Heritage Images, this fine art print invites you to delve into the rich symbolism and tranquility of Buddhist art. Let the Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha bring peace and inspiration into your home or workspace.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.6cm x 53.3cm (10.9" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the "Welcoming Descent of Amida Buddha" a significant artwork from the Kamakura period in Japan. Created by an unknown artist, this painting belongs to the Pure Land school of Buddhism, where worship is centered around Amida Buddha. The image depicts a powerful moment known as raigo, when Amida descends from his Pure Land accompanied by his retinue. This divine descent aims to welcome and guide a dying person into the Western Paradise, also referred to as the Pure Land. In this heavenly realm, individuals can focus on attaining enlightenment. During times of illness or approaching death, paintings like this one were often placed before individuals to instill faith and motivation in their journey towards rebirth in the Pure Land. The vibrant colors and intricate details of this hanging scroll - created using ink, gold, and silk - serve as a visual reminder of hope and salvation. Preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this heritage artwork offers us a glimpse into ancient Japanese religious practices while showcasing exceptional artistic craftsmanship from that era. As we admire this masterpiece captured by Heritage Art/Heritage Images (not affiliated with any commercial use), we are reminded of humanity's enduring quest for spiritual transcendence through artistry and devotion.
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