Stone Seated Buddha in Angi-dong, Andong

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.58

Category

Sculpture

Era

통일신라시대

Designated year

1963

Location

안동시, 경상북도— 경상북도 안동시 안기동 152-13

Coordinates

36.572280, 128.717788

Upon its discovery, this stone seated Buddha statue only consisted of the body and pedestal; a new head was attached to it at a later date. It is uncertain whether the pedestal on which the Buddha is sitting is the original. Despite its poor condition and the various changes it has undergone, this stone seated Buddha displays a balanced posture and excellent sculptural technique. The beobui (sacerdotal robe) draped across the Buddha’s shoulders is realistically carved, even to the sleeves, and the short folds in the clothing create an impression of energy. The right hand rests on top of the knee, the fingers spread downwards in a gesture representing the expulsion of evil. Although only the body remains, the statue obviously dates from the late Silla Period, judging from the balanced posture, rounded shoulders, smooth folds in the clothing, and powerfully realistic sculpting technique.

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