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Standing Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Greenish bronze statue of a standing male figure with a tall crown. The figure has long hair that falls to the shoulders in two braids. He wears a necklace and a long robe with folds. The right hand is bent at the elbow and holds an object. The left hand is at the level of the waist. The statue has a weathered appearance with visible signs of aging. The background is a gradient of gray.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 7th century
Medium:
Gilt bronze
Culture:
Vietnam
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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