Vadas József (szerk.): Ars Decorativa 12. (Budapest, 1992)

Ferenc Hopp Museum of Eastern Asiatic Arts

former of Lamaism, the reincarnation of Manjushri meditation bodhisattva. He holds his hands in the wheel of dharma gesture. At his shoulders attributes indicating Manjushri (the sword and die book) can be seen. The pedestal is decorated with a representation of Yama, the Lord of Dead on his front, widi Tibetan inscriptions on his back. Donation. Inv.No.: 91.25.1-2. (Judit Vinkovics) 75. Amit ay us dhyanibuddha, "Unending Life" meditation buddha Gilded bronze statuette cast witii lost wax process. China or Tibet, 19th century. Height: 24 cm. Base width: 17,8 cm. Amitayus is a specific manifestation of the Amitabha dhyanibudha, the meditation buddha of die present aeon. He sits on a double-lotus throne in meditative position {dhyanasana). The main attribute, die kalasa, a can with die drink of immortality (amrita), is absent. On his hair the flaming gem, the cintamani, is to be seen. The diadem widi die five precious stones on his head as well as die hair, painted originally in blue, all stress the peaceful character of the deity. Its interior is empty, the sacred objects placed tiiere are absent. It is damaged on the neck and on the back. The character of the face, die shaping of the body and its ornaments show a strong Chinese influence (in this respect it is similar to the pieces of the Csapck Collection of the same age, acquired by the Museum in 1988). Donated by Anna Hartner. Inv.No.: 91.18.1. (Béla Kelényi) 16. Bowl with cover Colour painted porcelain. Thailand, 20th century. Height: 33,5 cm. The vase is decorated widi a rich ornamental design of bird and floral motifs and an oval coat of aims. Donated by Bruno F. Straub. Inv.No.: 91.17.1.1-2. 77. Ghatotkaca. Wayang golek puppet Painted wood carving, cotton, silk. Indonesia, 20th century. Height: 70 cm. An eminent warrior on the side of the Pandavas in vayang golek purva performances. The puppet shows die iconographie and stylistic traditions of West Java. Donated by Dr. Alajos Donibach. Inv.No.: 91.28.1. (Zsuzsanna Renner)