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Standing Bodhisattva, probably Maitreya

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bronze statue of a standing male figure with a serene facial expression. The figure has a tall, cylindrical hairstyle. The right hand is raised, palm facing outwards, with the thumb and index finger touching. The left hand rests on the hip. The figure wears a long, pleated skirt and has no shirt. The feet are flat and wide. The statue has a weathered appearance with patches of discoloration. The background is a gradient from dark grey at the top to light grey at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
7th–8th century
Medium:
Silver alloy
Culture:
Northeast Thailand
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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