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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
Museum record:
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