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Head of Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown stone head sculpture of Buddha. Eyes closed. Top of head pointed with rows of small bumps. Ears on sides. Face weathered with age, some red paint visible. Thick lips. Grey background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 12–14th century (?)
Medium
Wood with lacquer and traces of gilt
Culture
Cambodia
Dimensions
453 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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