The Bodhisattva Vajrapani

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Bodhisattva Vajrapani by an unknown artist is a sculpture. The sculpture depicts a standing figure with an oval-shaped background. The figure has long, curly hair styled in a tall, elaborate headdress. The figure wears a necklace and bracelets. The figure's right hand is positioned at the waist, while the left hand is extended outward. The figure has bare feet and stands on a base with a small figure to the right. The background of the sculpture features carved text. The sculpture is made of stone and has a brown color. The sculpture stands on a black base.