Buddha
Description
Buddha in meditation.
The physiognomy is different and may indicate Central Asian influence. The face is almost round with full cheeks, closed slanting eyes, a snub nose and a flat chin. The lotus seat is very prominently depicted; the halo is decorated with solid triangles and circles. The background is formed of acanthus leaves; the frame is decorated with sculpted dentils and circles.
Collection
Buddhist Art
Object Type
Sculpture
Material
Terracotta
Schools/Culture/Period
Gupta period
Technique
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Date
C. 5th Century CE
Location
Mirpur Khas, Sindh
Dimension
26 x 25 x 9 cm