Standing Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion

8th–9th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 246

This rare gold repoussé representation of Avalokiteshvara was fabricated from many pieces of fitted, worked gold. Both the high hairstyle (jatamukuta) and the deerskin over the figure's left shoulder are consistent with representations of Avalokiteshvara, a bodhisattva who offered compassion and protection to devotees. The thin, elongated body and the understated clothing are consistent with Si Thep production.

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Title: Standing Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion
Date: 8th–9th century
Culture: Thailand
Medium: Gold
Dimensions: H. 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm); W. 2 in. (5.1 cm); D. 1 in. (2.5 cm)
Classification: Metalwork
Credit Line: Gift of Jonathan and Jeannette Rosen, 2015
Object Number: 2015.301
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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