About this 3D model

Like all Buddhas (fully enlightened beings), this life-size limestone figure is wrapped in the simple robe of a monk. What makes this object exceptional is the detailed narrative scenes that completely cover its surface like a magical emanation from within the sculpture. Several of the illustrations are based upon the past lives of the Historical Buddha, which leads some scholars to identify the figure as Shakyamuni himself. Others argue it represents Vairochana, the Cosmic Buddha, who is mystically linked with Shakyamuni. This object originates from Smithsonian X 3D, made available under a Share Alike, Non-Commercial license. For more information and all educational resources surrounding this object please visit this link https://3d.si.edu . Please share photographs of your work with us below!