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Bodhisattva Manjushri

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden statue of Bodhisattva Manjushri sitting cross-legged on a decorative base. The figure has a crown on his head, earrings, and a necklace. He holds a sword in his right hand raised above his head and a book in his left hand. The statue sits on a lotus flower base with intricate designs. The background fades from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Medium
Gilt copper alloy
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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