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Fragment of a Small Standing Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Fragment of a Small Standing Buddha by an unknown artist depicts a small, aged bronze or copper statue of Buddha standing on a black square base. The statue is rendered in a simple, weathered style with a light brown color and green patina. It has a tall, conical hairdo and long earlobes. The figure wears a draped robe that falls to the ankles. The right hand is held out to the side with the palm down, while the left hand is held out to the side with the palm up. The feet are bare and the toenails are visible. The background of the image is a plain beige color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 8th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Kalimantan)
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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