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Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bodhisattva, Sculpture. The sculpture depicts a figure with a serene expression sitting cross-legged on a pedestal. The figure is adorned with a robe draped over the shoulders and around the waist. The hands are positioned in a specific gesture; one rests on the knee while the other appears to hold an object. A headpiece or crown-like structure adorns the top of the head. The entire sculpture exhibits signs of aging with visible wear and tear on its surface. The background transitions from dark to light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–17th century
Medium:
Wood with lacquer and gilding
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
471 × 624 px
Museum record:
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