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Head of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The stone sculpture depicts the head of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara. The head is made of gray stone. The face has a serene expression with a slight smile. The eyes are closed. The hair is styled in an elaborate headdress that rises from the top of the head. The headdress features a smaller figure on top. The base of the headdress has an intricate design. The sculpture sits on a black stand.

Artwork Details

Date
late 12th century
Medium
Stone
Culture
Thailand (Lopburi)
Dimensions
426 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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