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Bust of a Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bust of a Bodhisattva by unknown artist. The sculpture depicts a male figure with a mustache and long hair. The figure wears a crown on top of its head. The crown has a rounded finial. The figure's hair is long and braided on both sides. The figure wears a robe draped over the left shoulder. The robe has folds and creases. The right shoulder and arm are bare. The left arm is missing below the elbow. The figure has a forehead marking. The figure's eyes are closed. The sculpture is made of dark gray stone. The sculpture shows signs of wear and aging. The background is a solid gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 4th–5th century
Medium:
Schist
Culture:
Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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