An X-Ray Image of the Statue of Seated Bodhisattva in Vitarkamudrā Printed on Thick Translucent Fabric

These striking large-scale prints feature X-ray images of a series of Seated Buddha with Folded Hands, 16th-century masterpieces from the permanent collection at MAO Museo d’Arte Orientale in Turin. Scanned with precision by the La Venaria Reale Conservation and Restoration Centre, the X-rays reveal the intricate inner structures of these ancient sculptures, uncovering hidden details of their craftsmanship and the passage of time. These statues, originally from China, characterised for their serene beauty and spiritual significance, are recognised as exquisite examples of Buddhist art, and these prints offer a rare, almost ethereal glimpse into their material and spiritual essence. 

Poetically rendered in monochrome, the prints capture the delicate interplay of light and shadow, void and form, evoking a sense of timelessness and transcendence. The X-ray imagery transforms the statues into spectral presences, their skeletal frameworks glowing with an otherworldly luminosity. Each print is a unique testament to the enduring legacy of these sacred objects, bridging the past and present through the lens of contemporary technology. Following the exhibition Shadow and Void: Buddha¹⁰, these unique prints will be available for acquisition, offering collectors an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of this profound intersection of art, history, and spirituality. 

Details:

Material: Printed on thick translucent fabric
Dimensions: 1.5m (W) x 3.08m (H)
Hanging: Pockets at the top and bottom to accommodate 25mm dowels
Edition: One-of-a-kind – Only one print available

Courtesy of MAO Museo d’Arte Orientale & ‘Buddha¹⁰’ – X-Ray ‘La Venaria Reale’ Conservation and Restoration Centre