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Buddha Offering Protection

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden statue of Buddha with right hand raised. Long black hair styled up in a topknot. Wearing a long robe with many folds. Standing on a black square base with bare feet. The statue appears old with areas where gold has faded to reveal a darker surface beneath. The background is gray. Title: Buddha Offering Protection.

Artwork Details

Date
10th century
Medium
Copper alloy with gilding
Culture
Sri Lanka, central plateau
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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