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Miniature Stele

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Miniature Stele by unknown artist depicts a gray stone carving. The carving features a central figure of Buddha sitting cross-legged on a platform, wearing a robe and holding his hands in a prayer-like gesture. The platform has a triangular symbol at its center. Behind Buddha, an arched niche is present. On either side of Buddha are three additional figures: one standing on the left and one sitting on the right, with another figure on the far left and another on the far right. The background of the image is a plain grey color.

Artwork details

Medium:
Clay
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 471 px
Museum record:
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