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Standing Buddha Shakyamuni

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts Standing Buddha Shakyamuni, a male figure with a serene expression, wearing a long robe. The figure has a distinctive hairstyle, with the hair styled in a tall, rounded topknot. The statue is made of a dark green material, likely bronze or copper, with visible signs of aging and wear. The figure stands on a short pedestal with a wide base. The right hand is raised to chest level with the palm facing outwards and fingers curled. The left hand is positioned at the side with the palm facing inwards and fingers curled. A long section of fabric flows down from the left shoulder, hanging behind the figure. The background is a plain brown color, transitioning from darker at the top to lighter at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
9th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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