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Head of a Buddhist Deity, Perhaps Amitabha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a stone sculpture of the head of a Buddhist deity, perhaps Amitabha. The head is carved from stone and features a serene expression with a subtle smile. The deity has a rounded face with almond-shaped eyes that are half-closed. The head is adorned with a tall, ornate headdress that tapers to a point at the top. The headdress is decorated with intricate carvings and patterns. The head is attached to a broken piece of stone that appears to be part of a larger sculpture. The broken piece is positioned to the left of the head and features more intricate carvings. The head and broken stone piece are mounted on a black stand. The background of the image is a gradient of dark to light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 12th–13th century
Medium:
Stone
Culture:
Indonesia (Kalimantan)
Dimensions:
464 × 625 px
Museum record:
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