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Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden statue of a human figure with a serene facial expression, adorned with a crown and earrings. The figure has a circular halo with a leaf-like design behind its head. It wears a necklace and short, off-the-shoulder sleeves. A sash wraps around the waist and flows down to the right side. The figure stands on a decorative base with a leaf-like pattern. The background transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
10th century
Medium
Gilt-copper alloy
Culture
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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