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Head of Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray stone sculpture of the Head of Buddha with closed eyes and a serene expression. The sculpture depicts a head and neck, sitting on a rectangular base. The face is elongated with a low forehead, thin eyebrows, and a small mouth. The nose is straight and proportional to the rest of the facial features. The ears are small and simply rendered. The hair is styled in a tall, curved topknot. The surface of the sculpture shows signs of aging or weathering. The background is white. The title is "Head of Buddha". The artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
3rd–5th century
Medium
Stone
Culture
Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
Dimensions
376 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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