Standing Shakyamuni Buddha, late 6th century, 45 x 12 3/4 x 9 1/4 in. (114.3 x 32.4 x 23.5 cm) (without mount), Limestone, China, 6th century, The short-lived Northern Qi dynasty (550–70) came between two dynasties—the Northern Wei (386–535) and Tang (618–907)—long celebrated as high points in the history of Chinese Buddhist art. But the Northern Qi dynasty was a time of fundamental changes to Buddhist imagery; newly developed sculptural styles, like those seen in this sculpture, laid the groundwork for artistic achievements to come.
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