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Statuette of a Buddha

Emily Sargent

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a painting of a golden statue. The statue is positioned centrally and slightly oriented towards the right side. It sits atop a pedestal or platform with a subtle pinkish hue below it. The color palette consists of soft earthy tones such as gold, brown, and beige, with accents of pink, red, and pale greens creating a harmoniously muted backdrop. The statue is placed slightly to the right of center within the composition, with the background gradually fading into a lighter tone towards the upper left corner of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1885
Medium
watercolor
Dimensions
7296 × 9899 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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