

Head of a Bodhisattva
The sculpture depicts the head and shoulders of a human figure with a serene expression. The figure has a smooth, light-colored stone surface, likely made of marble or limestone. The head is tilted slightly downward, with the eyes closed, and the eyebrows are thin and straight. The nose is straight and proportional to the rest of the facial features. The lips are thin and slightly pursed. The hair appears to be styled in an updo or a crown-like fashion, with some strands framing the face. The facial expression conveys a sense of calmness and tranquility. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray towards the bottom. The sculpture's base is rough and irregularly shaped, suggesting it may be a fragment of a larger piece. The overall style of the sculpture suggests it may be an ancient or classical work of art, possibly from Asia given the reference to a Bodhisattva.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 10th century
- Medium
- Marble with traces of pigment
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 600 × 450 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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