The New-born Buddha, 5th century, China, Northern Wei dynasty (386-534). Gilt bronze with inlays of blue glass and turquoise. Overall: 19.4 cm; Diameter of base: 6.8 cm; Base: 3.1 cm. The Cleveland Museum of Art, Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1955.46.

This image of the newborn Buddha is rare and unusual. The common type represents him taking seven steps while proclaiming "I am supreme in the Universe." Here, he is represented as being bathed by the nine Nagas, with both hands down.