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Head of a Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray stone head of Buddha with eyes closed and serene expression. The head has a rounded face with a small nose and subtle, thin lips. The hair is depicted as small, tight curls that cover the top of the head, with a few patches of white showing signs of wear. The background is a gradient from light gray at the bottom to dark gray at the top, with a shadow cast to the right.

Artwork details

Date:
8th century
Medium:
Stone
Culture:
Thailand
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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