Standing Bodhisattva Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Standing Bodhisattva Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future, a bronze sculpture depicting a male figure with a serene expression. The figure has a tall, rounded topknot on their head with detailed carvings. Their face is long with a slight smile, and they have long earlobes. The figure has no shirt, revealing nipples, and wears a thin cloth wrapped around their waist, secured by a thin cord. The figure's right arm is bent at the elbow and extended forward, while the left arm is similarly positioned but not fully visible. The figure wears loose-fitting pants that are tucked into what appears to be low-heeled shoes. The bronze has a dark patina with patches of lighter brown and green. The figure stands against a gray background that darkens towards the top.