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Fragment of a Head of Avalokiteshvara

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A bronze sculpture of the head of Avalokiteshvara. The head and shoulders are depicted. The figure has a serene facial expression. A figure with a crown or headpiece sits atop their head. The surface of the sculpture is weathered with a greenish patina.

Artwork Details

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