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Buddha, probably Amitabha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Buddha, probably Amitabha, a weathered statue of a seated figure with eyes closed, face serene, hair styled in a bun on top of head, long earlobes hanging down, wearing a robe draped over left shoulder, right shoulder exposed, hands resting on knees, legs crossed in a seated position, surface showing signs of aging with patches of gold, green, and red paint.

Artwork Details

Date
early 7th century
Medium
Dry lacquer with polychrome pigment and gilding
Culture
China
Dimensions
562 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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