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Standing Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gray stone statue. The statue depicts a figure with the title "Standing Buddha" by an unknown artist. The figure has a tall, pointed topknot on their head. Their face is long and thin, with a small nose and mouth. Their eyes are closed. The figure has large ears that protrude outward. The figure wears a robe that covers one shoulder and is gathered at the waist. The figure's right arm is bent at the elbow and held up. The figure's left arm is bent at the elbow and held against their body. The background of the image is a plain grey color.

Artwork Details

Date
9th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
231 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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