SculptureChinese11th-12th century
Medicine Buddha (Chinese, Yaoshi Rulai) Seated on a Lotus Pedestal and Holding a Small Medicine Jar in His Left Hand
11th-early 12th century
Dimensions
H. 16.5 x W. 9 x D. 9.5 cm (6 1/2 x 3 9/16 x 3 3/4 in.)
Provenance
[Bluett & Sons, London, 1968], sold; to Ralph C. Marcove, New York (1968-2001), transfer; to Trust u/w/o Ralph C. Marcove FBO C Marcove, New York (2001-2016), sold; to Harvard Art Museums, 2016. Footnote: Ralph C. Marcove, MD (1929-2001)
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