SculptureChinese6th century

Standing Bodhisattva Holding a Lotus Bud

1st quarter 6th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Limestone with traces of pigment. From Gongxian, Henan province.

Culture

Chinese

Period

Northern Wei, 386-534

Century

6th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

sight: H. 91.7 x W. 38.5 x D. 22.86 cm (36 1/8 x 15 3/16 x 9 in.) weight 163 lb.

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