SculptureChinese8th century

Bodhisattva Seated on a Pedestal

first half 8th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Gilt bronze; possibly from Yunnan province

Culture

Chinese

Period

Tang dynasty, 618-907

Century

8th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 33.5 x W. 25 cm (13 3/16 x 9 13/16 in.)

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