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Head of a Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The stone head of a Bodhisattva by an unknown artist depicts a serene face with a slight smile. The head is carved from a speckled gray stone. The face has a rounded shape with high cheekbones, a small nose, and a subtle, enigmatic smile. The eyes are cast downward. The eyebrows are straight and slightly curved at the ends. The hair is styled in an elaborate coiffure that rises from the forehead and top of the head. The head is mounted on a dark wooden plaque with a pointed top and rounded bottom. The background is a plain grey surface.

Artwork Details

Date
9th century
Medium
Stucco
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
419 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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