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Seated Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Seated Bodhisattva by unknown artist. A rectangular, tan-colored artwork with a white border on a gray background. The artwork features a figure with a round face and a serene expression. The figure wears a crown-like headpiece, earrings, and a necklace. The figure's body is adorned with a robe that has a distinctive pattern of folds. The robe appears to be primarily brown, with green accents. The figure sits with their hands in their lap. The artwork appears to be an ancient painting on a rough surface, possibly clay or plaster. The surface shows signs of deterioration and wear, with visible cracks and flaking. The dominant colors are earthy tones such as brown, beige, and green. The overall style suggests an ancient religious or cultural artwork.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 6th–7th century
Medium
Pigments on mud plaster
Culture
China (Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region)
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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