Ashiduo (Skt. Ajita)

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Ashiduo (Skt. Ajita)

1764

Stone carvings after original paintings by Guanxiu

Chinese, ca. 895

He sits alone hugging his knees, with a vacant expression as if he were frightened. His heart is that of a Bodhisattva though his shape is that of the king of devils. On the left he is anointed with the fire-resisting balm of sandalwood, on his right a sharp sword threatens. Why should he harbor resentment? Why should he confer kindness? Escape from karma is assured to him in either case.

Ink rubbing on paper

51 x 21 1/2 in. (129.5 x 54.6cm)

Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection

45.83.7

Not currently on view

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