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Seated Figure on a Lotus Pedestal

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The statue depicts a seated figure on a lotus pedestal. The figure sits cross-legged on a round base, which is adorned with a lotus design. It wears a robe and has its hands resting in its lap. A large circular halo encircles the figure's head. The statue is made of metal with a dark patina and gold accents. The base of the statue is square with curved cutouts on the front. The background is a plain white surface.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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