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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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