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Seated Bodhisattva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Seated Bodhisattva by unknown artist. The statue depicts a figure with a serene expression sitting cross-legged on a base. The figure has a bun-like structure on top of their head, with the hair styled upwards. The face is elongated with a subtle smile, and eyes are cast downward. The figure wears a long-sleeved robe with folds and creases carved into it. The hands are clasped together in front of the chest. The figure sits on a lotus flower-shaped base. The entire statue appears weathered with a brown color and visible texture. The background is a gradient from dark to light gray.

Artwork details

Medium:
Lacquer
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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