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Standing Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a gold-colored, rectangular relief sculpture with a raised figure. The figure is a male with a serene expression, adorned with curly hair and a decorative headpiece. He wears a loincloth with three rows of beads around his waist. His right hand is raised with the palm facing outwards, while his left hand holds a rounded object. The sculpture's background features a halo-like design with teardrop shapes and rounded protrusions. The figure sits on a flat surface with one leg crossed over the other. The sculpture has a rough, uneven edge and appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, with a brownish-gold patina. The title of the piece is "Standing Bodhisattva".

Artwork Details

Date
8th century
Medium
Gold sheet
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette