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Head of a Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Head of a Buddha by an unknown artist. The sculpture depicts a brown stone head of a male figure with a serene expression. The figure has a rounded face with a short nose and a subtle smile. The eyes are closed. The head is adorned with a conical topknot made up of small curls. Two earlobes are visible on either side of the head. The sculpture appears to be made of weathered brown stone, possibly sandstone or terracotta, and is mounted on a small metal stand. The background is a light-colored wall.

Artwork details

Date:
8th century
Medium:
Terracotta
Culture:
Thailand
Dimensions:
486 × 624 px
Museum record:
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