Seated Crowned Buddha

Sculpture: Seated Crowned Buddha

Artist: Unknown

Created: AD 1000-1100

Period: Pala

North-East India or Bangladesh

Material: Black stone or marble

Height: 119 cm

Width: 58 cm

Depth: 30 cm

Weight: 290 kg

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“The sculpture shows Buddha Shakyamuni wearing the crown and ornaments of a monarch combined with the simple monastic robes of monk. The tall tripartite crown, necklace and earrings contrast dramatically with the unadorned transparent robe.” (V&A)

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Photography by @art_love_enjoy_life

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