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Jizō Bosatsu

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The "Jizō Bosatsu" depicts a standing figure. The figure has a simple hairstyle that covers the ears. It wears a long robe with one arm bent at the elbow. The statue appears to be made of wood and shows signs of wear and tear, with peeling and chipped surfaces visible. The figure stands on a short pedestal. The image is in black and white.

Artwork details

Date:
13th century
Medium:
Wood; painted
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
396 × 624 px
Museum record:
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