Buddha Shakyamuni

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Buddha Shakyamuni or Akshobhya, the Buddha of the East is a masterpiece from Tibet dating back to the 11th-12th century. The artwork measures 22 3/4 inches in height and showcases exceptional craftsmanship with its gilt copper medium. This remarkable sculpture falls under the classification of Sculpture and is a testament to the artistic skill of Tibetan artisans. The work was purchased by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York through a combination of the Rogers Fund and the Florence and Herbert Irving Gift, marking the year 1995 as a significant milestone in its history. The accession number assigned to this piece is 1995.106, solidifying its place within the museum's vast collection. A team led by Jason Bakutis captured this artwork during the Met MakerBot Hackathon in June 2012, using cutting-edge technology to document and preserve cultural heritage for future generations. To learn more about this work of art, visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art's official website at http://www.metmuseum.org/Collections/search-the-collections/60005607.