Crowned and Jewelled Bust of Buddha

Thailand

14th–15th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Crowned and Jewelled Bust of Buddha
Date: 14th–15th century
Culture: Thailand
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: H. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm); W. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm); D. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 1987
Object Number: 1987.424.17
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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