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Buddha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a weathered statue of Buddha. The statue is made of dark gray stone and features a rounded base with three raised rings. The figure stands with one arm at their side and the other raised, with the hand bent at the wrist. The figure wears a robe with folds that fall to their feet. The head is rounded with a short bun on top and a serene facial expression. The statue exhibits signs of aging, with visible wear and tear on its surface. The background of the image is white.

Artwork Details

Date
9th or 10th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
375 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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