Buddha of Medicine (Bhasyajaguru)

Art Historical Context

This elegant bronze sculpture, created in Korea during the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), depicts Bhaishajyaguru, the Buddha of Medicine. Standing just over seven inches tall, the compact figure was likely crafted for personal devotion or use within a temple setting. The Goryeo period marked a flourishing of Buddhist art in Korea, when bronze casting techniques allowed artisans to produce detailed yet portable sacred images that embodied spiritual ideals of healing and compassion. As a representation of the Medicine Buddha, the work reflects the deep integration of Buddhism into Korean society du...