Small Stele with Seated Bodhisattva, Perhaps Maitreya, Seated before a Flaming Mandorla, with Thirty-Five Buddhas in Relief on the Reverse
SculptureChinese6th century

Small Stele with Seated Bodhisattva, Perhaps Maitreya, Seated before a Flaming Mandorla, with Thirty-Five Buddhas in Relief on the Reverse

first half 6th century

Classification
Sculpture
Medium
Gray limestone with traces of gesso and polychromy
Culture
Chinese
Period
Northern Wei, 386-534
Century
6th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 74.8 x W. 42 x D. 20.3 cm (29 7/16 x 16 9/16 x 8 in.)

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