
Seated bodhisattva in pensive pose
The sculpture depicts a figure known as a bodhisattva. The bodhisattva has a serene expression on their face and appears to be in a pensive pose, with their right hand resting on their right knee and their left hand on their left knee. The bodhisattva sits on a cylindrical object with a handle on one side. The bodhisattva is positioned under a round object with an intricate design resembling flames or leaves. The object above the bodhisattva's head appears to have several curved cutouts. The sculpture has a circular base with some texture and a handle on one side. The overall sculpture is made of dark-colored material, likely metal. The bodhisattva wears a simple garment that covers their body. The bodhisattva's hair is not clearly visible. The bodhisattva's facial features include a nose, mouth, and eyes, although the details are not clear. The background of the image is plain and off-white.
Artwork details
- Medium:
- Bronze
- Culture:
- China
- Dimensions:
- 439 × 625 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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