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Seated Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Seated Buddha by an unknown artist depicts a gray stone carving of Buddha seated in a meditative position on a lotus flower. The figure sits cross-legged on a pedestal with hands resting on knees and appears to hold a small object. Buddha wears a robe draped over one shoulder. The carving features intricate designs around the border and behind Buddha's head. The background of the image is gray, with subtle shadows cast by the carving. The overall shape of the carving is arched at the top and flat at the bottom. The Buddha's face is serene with a subtle smile. The carving appears to be made of weathered stone.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–19th century
Medium
Unglazed pottery
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
600 × 471 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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