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Stele: Maitreya as the Future Buddha

Cleveland Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts Maitreya as the Future Buddha. The figure sits cross-legged on a lotus flower in the center. The figure has one hand raised in front of the chest and the other resting on the knee. A halo surrounds the figure's head. The figure wears a robe that drapes over the shoulders and around the body. The sculpture is made of stone and features a weathered, aged appearance with a greenish tint around the edges. The background of the sculpture features intricate carvings. A row of smaller figures is carved along the bottom. The top section features a flame-like design with smaller figures. The sculpture has an arched top.

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612 × 893 px
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