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Seated Male with Vajra

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a sculpture titled "Seated Male with Vajra" by an unknown artist. The sculpture shows a male figure with a stern expression, sitting in a position with the right leg bent and resting on a platform or another leg, while the left leg is bent with the foot resting on the right thigh. The figure has a prominent nose and a mustache. The hair is styled in a distinctive manner, with a central point on top of the head and wavy locks on the sides. The figure wears what appears to be armor or a decorative garment with a prominent circle on the chest. The figure holds an object in the right hand. The sculpture appears to be made of a metallic material, possibly bronze or another alloy, and exhibits a weathered appearance with visible signs of aging or wear. The background of the image is black, suggesting that the sculpture is displayed against a dark backdrop to highlight its details.

Artwork Details

Date
10th–11th century(?)
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
454 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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