Tour
Docent Talks: The Buddha Triumphing Over Mara
Join us for an in-depth look at a key artwork from the collection.
Enliven your visit with an in-depth look at a key artwork from the collection.
Capturing the defining moment of the Buddha’s Enlightenment, this masterpiece depicts his triumphant earth-touching gesture over the demon Mara at Bodhgaya.
Meet in gallery 2, South Asian Galleries (3rd floor).
This event is included with General Admission.
Image: The Buddha triumphing over Mara, approx. 850–950. India, Bihar state, probably Kurkihar. Basalt. Asian Art Museum, The Avery Brundage Collection, B60S598.
