Amitayus Trinity

Tibet

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 253

This triad with Amitayus (Amitabha) on an openwork lotus throne flanked by two similarly enthroned Taras celebrates the symbolism of the lotus that is so essential to South Asian art. Two devotees— snake-hooded nagas, guardians of the earth’s treasures—emerge from the waters, hands raised in veneration.

Amitayus Trinity, Copper alloy with traces of gold paint, inlaid with silver and gold, Tibet

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Amitayus Trinity, Copper alloy with traces of gold paint, inlaid with silver and gold, Tibet
Amitayus Trinity, Copper alloy with traces of gold paint, inlaid with silver and gold, Tibet

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