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Head of Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Head of Buddha by an unknown artist depicts a stone sculpture of a human head with a serene expression. The head is positioned on a square base. The face has a calm expression with eyes closed. The hair is styled in an updo with many small curls. The stone appears weathered with visible signs of aging and wear. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
4th century
Medium
Stucco
Culture
Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
Dimensions
350 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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