Bodhisattva Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future
The image shows a dark-colored statue of Bodhisattva Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future. The statue depicts a figure with a serene expression sitting cross-legged on a lotus flower base. The figure has long hair adorned with a crown-like structure on top of the head. The figure wears a beaded necklace and bracelets on both arms. The right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand positioned near the chest. The left arm is also bent at the elbow with the hand facing downward, palm up. The figure has a smooth, dark surface with visible signs of wear and aging. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 7th century
- Medium:
- Bronze inlaid with silver
- Culture:
- India (Jammu and Kashmir) or Pakistan (Swat Valley)
- Dimensions:
- 468 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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