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Seated Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photograph of a sculpture titled "Seated Buddha" by an unknown artist. The sculpture is made of dark gray stone or metal and depicts a human figure sitting cross-legged with hands resting on lap. The figure has a tall, rounded hairdo with curls on the sides. The face is serene with a slight smile and closed eyes. The figure wears a simple, draped garment that covers the left shoulder. The background is plain and light gray with a shadow cast by the sculpture on the left side. The overall appearance of the sculpture suggests it is an ancient or traditional representation.

Artwork Details

Date
9th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
405 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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