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Head of a Buddha

Head of a Buddha

SculptureChinese6th century

Head of a Buddha

first quarter 6th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Light gray limestone with pigments over a gesso ground; possibly from Longmen

Culture

Chinese

Period

Northern Wei, 386-534

Century

6th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 20.5 x W. 13 cm (8 1/16 x 5 1/8 in.)

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