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Standing Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bronze statue, titled "Standing Buddha", depicts a figure with a serene expression. The figure has a rounded head with a small bump on top. The eyes are closed, and the mouth is a thin line. The figure wears a long robe with folds and creases, and the right hand is raised with the palm facing outwards. The left hand hangs down at the side. The statue stands on a square wooden base. The background is a plain light blue-grey color with a subtle shadow cast by the statue.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 8th century
Medium
Gilt bronze
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
394 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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