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Statuette

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Statuette by unknown artist. A small statue of a bald figure with a shaved head and a halo behind it. The figure is wearing a robe that drapes down to its feet. The right hand holds a staff with a flame-shaped object at the top, while the left hand is held in front of the body with the palm facing upwards. The statue stands on a round base with a lotus flower design. The figure has its eyes closed. The image is in black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Porcelaneous ware with staff and halo of gold mounted on silver sticks (Satsuma ware, early)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
235 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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