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Buddhist monk

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A golden statue of Buddhist monk with a serene expression on his face. He has short hair and wears a robe. His hands are clasped together in prayer. The statue appears to be old and worn, with patches of black spots. The monk stands on a small rounded pedestal. The background is a gradient of gray. The monk by artist Buddhist monk.

Artwork Details

Date
mid- to late 6th century
Medium
Gilt leaded bronze, piece-mold cast
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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