

Bodhisattva, probably Avalokiteshvara
The statue depicts a male figure with a serene expression. The figure has a tall, pointed headdress. The figure wears a long skirt and a necklace. The figure's left and right hands are holding objects. The figure's feet are bare and positioned on a small platform. The statue appears to have a green patina. The background of the image is gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 8th century
- Medium
- Bronze with high tin content
- Culture
- Sri Lanka
- Dimensions
- 413 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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