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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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