Barakat Gallery the Gandhara Schist Sculpture of a Bodhisattva

Gandhara Schist Sculpture of a Bodhisattva 3rd Century AD - 4th Century AD 33.625 inches high In the Buddhist religion, Bodhisattvas are souls who have attained enlightenment and no  longer need to reincarnate, but forsake nirvana and choose to come back to the earthly plane  in order to alleviate the suffering of others. This stunning Gandharan sculpture of a Bodhisattva,  created by the first culture to represent the Buddha in his human form, reveals that these   spiritual beings were celebrated even then, as Buddhism began to spread from India eastwards.  This Bodhisattva is depicted wearing elaborated modeled robes with carefully carved folds.  He sports an elegant coiffure and is adorned in fine jewelry as was appropriate for a worldly  incarnation of the Buddha. Originally, this sculpture probably stood in a niche on the exterior  of a stupa or shine where it would have guided the masses on the path towards enlightenment. For additional information and images please click on the image above. GRAND OPENING EVENT A gracious and warm thank you to  everyone that came out to celebrate  the Grand Opening of Barakat Gallery  West Hollywood with us.   It was an unforgettable evening and a wonderful opportunity for us to share the collection with old friends and new.  Be on the lookout for upcoming events and exhibitions throughout the year. To see additional images from the event please CLICK HERE Barakat Gallery London: 58 Brook Street, Mayfair, London +442074937778  Beverly Hills: 421 North Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, California +14242395840 Seoul: 58-4, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, South Korea +821034973413 West Hollywood: 941 N La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90069 +13108598408 #fineartmagazine