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Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Transcendent Wisdom, depicted as a gold statue with a serene face, adorned with a crown on his head. He wears a necklace and earrings. His right hand is positioned near his chest, while his left hand holds a sword. He is dressed in a short dhoti with an intricate design. The statue stands on a black base with a decorative edge, set against a gradient background transitioning from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
12th century
Medium:
Brass with traces of gilding and color
Culture:
Tibet
Dimensions:
469 × 625 px
Museum record:
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