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
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iron 36% atium 48% oxygen 12% copper 4%