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Buddha Expounding the Dharma

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bronze sculpture of Buddha sitting cross-legged on a lotus position. The figure is dark green with a patina. The figure wears a robe that covers one shoulder and has folds carved into the fabric. The figure's right hand is raised with the palm facing outwards. The figure's left hand rests on their lap. The figure has a crown of small curls on top of their head. The figure has long earlobes. The figure has a serene expression. The background is grey.

Artwork details

Date:
late 8th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
Sri Lanka (Anuradhapura)
Dimensions:
469 × 625 px
Museum record:
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