Buddha Preaching

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a statue of Buddha Preaching. The statue is made of a weathered metal with shades of blue, green, and gold. The figure stands with the right leg slightly forward and bare feet. The right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand facing outwards and upwards. The left arm hangs straight down by the side with the palm facing outwards. The figure wears a long robe that drapes over the left shoulder and is secured at the right shoulder. The robe has a wavy bottom edge and covers both legs. The head is adorned with a tall, rounded hairstyle featuring small curls around the forehead. The face has a serene expression with a slight smile. The background is plain white.