Seated Buddha
Date19th century
MediumWood, lacquer, gilt
Dimensions9 1/4 × 6 × 3 1/2 in. (23.5 × 15.2 × 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of the Doris Duke Southeast Asian Art Collection
Object number2003.7.10
DescriptionThe seated Buddha is atop a high-tiered, semicircular base, which is painted with red petal shapes and the lowest part is painted in Thai script (on the front face only). Earth-touching mudra of hands. A flame finial sits on the head, and it features elongated earlobes, with the end of the robe thrown forward over the left shoulder. Downcast eyes, and lips almost appear slightly open.On View
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18th century
17th century
18th/19th century
early 20th century
19th century
3rd century A.D.
19th century