Seated Maitreya

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Seated Maitreya statue depicts a figure with a dark bronze or metal finish, exhibiting a weathered appearance. The individual sits cross-legged on a rectangular base adorned with intricate carvings. Their legs are positioned in a crossed manner, with the left foot resting on the right thigh. The figure's hands are clasped together in a prayer-like gesture. A distinctive hairstyle, featuring a high, rounded topknot, crowns the head. The figure wears a long-sleeved robe. The base consists of multiple layers, with the bottom layer being the largest and featuring ornate carvings. Two rectangular protrusions rise from the back and front of the middle layer. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.