Asked by makayla segura on Sep 26, 2024
What is the name of the sculptor who created the Shaka triad for the Horyuji Kondo?
A) Shunjobo Chogen
B) Lady Murasaki
C) Tori Busshi
D) Fujiwara Yorimichi
Shaka Triad
A three-figure group with a central Buddha flanked on each side by a bodhisattva.
Horyuji Kondo
The main hall of the Horyuji temple, notable for its architectural significance and historical value as one of the oldest wooden structures in the world.
Tori Busshi
A celebrated Japanese sculptor from the Asuka period, known for his Buddhist statues.
- Identify key figures and deities in Japanese art and their associated periods.
Learning Objectives
- Identify key figures and deities in Japanese art and their associated periods.