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Buddha Seated in Meditation

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden statue of Buddha seated in meditation. The figure has a serene expression with eyes cast downward. The statue depicts Buddha with a distinctive flame-like finial on top of the head. The figure wears long earlobes and a robe draped over the right shoulder. The figure sits cross-legged on a decorative base with hands resting on the knees. The figure's skin tone is solid gold with some areas of wear revealing green undertones. The figure sits against a gray gradient background.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Copper alloy with gilding
Culture:
Sri Lanka. western regions
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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