Shale statue of Shakyamuni half body from Peshawar, Pakistan in the third century

Shale statue of Shakyamuni half body from Peshawar, Pakistan in the third century

The half body statue of Buddha, made of shale in the 2nd and 3rd centuries, originated from Peshawar and is currently housed in the National Museum of Pakistan. Shakyamuni was like turning a wheel with both hands, wearing a huge bun on his head. He has regular facial features, a high nose, deep eyes, and a small beard on his lips. Wearing a robe with exposed right shoulder, the folds are very smooth. Strong in physique, it is the pinnacle of the Jiandala statue.