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Head of Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Head of Bodhisattva sculpture depicts a stone head with a serene expression. The head is made of gray stone with a rough texture and exhibits signs of aging. The face has a calm appearance with eyes closed, thin eyebrows, a small nose, and lips that are thin and pressed together. The figure has a distinctive hairstyle featuring a topknot; the hair is styled in a series of folds or waves around the forehead. The ears are partially visible, covered by the hairstyle. The background of the image is a gradient transitioning from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The overall appearance suggests an ancient or religious artifact. The sculpture is attributed to the artist unknown. The title of the piece is "Head of Bodhisattva".

Artwork Details

Date
8th century
Medium
Marble covered with lime deposit
Culture
China
Dimensions
444 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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