Photo of collection object Head of Buddha
Head of Buddha, 5th century C.E.. Sandstone, 17 x 10 1/4 x 10 1/2 in., 71 lb. (43.2 x 26 x 26.7 cm, 32.21kg). Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Manheim, 86.272. Creative Commons-BY.

Head of Buddha

5th century C.E.

Maker Unknown

Asian Art

This sculpture's softly modeled features, downcast eyes, and serene expression are characteristic of art produced under the patronage of the Gupta dynasty. The sculptor has masterfully conveyed the deep inner peace and meditative absorption of an enlightened being.

Maker/Artist
Maker Unknown
Classification
Sculpture
Formatted Medium
Sandstone
Medium
sandstone
Locations
Place made: Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dimensions
17 x 10 1/4 x 10 1/2 in., 71 lb. (43.2 x 26 x 26.7 cm, 32.21kg)
Departments
Asian Art
Accession Number
86.272
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Manheim
Rights Statement
Creative Commons-BY
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