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Walking Buddha

Buddha, bronze figure of, Marching. The figure, in marching position, is stiffle erect, the left foot forward; the left arm is bent at the elbow, the hand raised, palm outward; the right arm, braceleted at the elbow, is down. The ears are weighted, without earrings, and the hair, composed of small, spiky curls, is surmounted by a flame. Some of his features, which display the supernatural anatomy of Buddha, include projecting heels, long fingers, smooth skin the color of gold and elongated arms. The figure wears a straight, girdled robe,leaving the right shoulder bare. Traces of gilding remain on back of robe, under left arm, on hair and in ears.

Date
15th century
In our collection
since November the 19th, 2010 up to now
Dimensions
50 1/2 in. (128.27 cm)
Location
G213
Medium
Bronze with traces of pigment
Price
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Composition
iron36%
atium48%
oxygen12%
copper4%