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Seated Buddha Amitabha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Seated Buddha Amitabha statue depicts a figure seated in a cross-legged position with hands resting on the lap. The statue is made of stone and has a rough texture. The figure has no head, neck is short. The body has a simple, straight line down the front. The arms are long and straight, resting on the lap. The legs are crossed with the feet tucked under the thighs. The statue appears to have a light brown color. The background is a plain wall with a shadow cast by the statue.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. first half of the 9th century
Medium
Andesite
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
599 × 493 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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