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Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features Bodhisattva, a sculpture by Unkei, depicted as a standing figure with a serene expression. The figure has a rounded face with a slight smile and closed eyes. The head is adorned with a beaded crown. The figure wears a long robe with folds carved into the stone. The left hand is positioned near the chest, while the right arm is bent at the elbow. The figure stands on a lotus flower base. The petals of the lotus are carved to appear rounded and natural. The entire sculpture appears worn, with visible signs of aging and chipped surfaces. The background is a plain wall.

Artwork details

Medium:
Wood, polychrome
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
375 × 625 px
Museum record:
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