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Crowned Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Crowned Buddha is a bronze sculpture depicting a seated figure. The figure sits cross-legged on a base with right hand resting on knee and left hand resting on lap. The figure wears a crown and a necklace. The figure sits within an ornate arch. The arch has a decorative border and features two curved finials on top. The sculpture has a dark brown patina. The base features ornate carvings. The background is grey.

Artwork details

Date:
10th–11th century
Medium:
Bronze inlaid with silver, lapis lazuli, and rock crystal
Culture:
India (Bihar)
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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