Stupa with Lion and Musician in Relief in Sangyeok-dong, Daegu

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.258

Category

Sites & Pagodas

Era

고려시대

Designated year

1963

Location

북구, 대구광역시— 대구 북구 산격3동 1370번지 경북대학교박물관

Coordinates

35.888884, 128.613058

Lions and clouds are sculpted on the octagonal base stone. A heavenly figure playing a musical instrument is inscribed on each side of the middle part of the foundation. The main body of the stupa where the reliquary sits is decorated with the images of the Four Guardian Kings and Bodhisattvas as well as carved doors with locks. Two-fold rafter-shaped design is carved on the corners of eaves along with the flying heavenly beings. Kalavinka, the imaginary creature mentioned in the Buddhist scriptures, sits on the four sides of the top. Even though this structure is not in perfect condition, its balance, proportion and the carved decorations are still a piece of art. It is not known where nor for whom this stupa was built but it is believed to date from the time of the Goryeo Dynasty. It was moved to Kyungpook National University Museum from a private house in Daegu.

Location