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Seated Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gray statue of a seated Buddha. The statue depicts a figure with a pointed topknot on their head, wearing a robe, sitting cross-legged on a rectangular base. The figure's right hand is raised in front of their chest with the palm facing outwards. The left hand rests on their left knee with the palm facing downwards. The figure has a serene expression with eyes closed. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 19th century
Medium
Wood with gilt
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
393 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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