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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
Museum record:
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