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Head of Bodhisattva

8th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Head of Bodhisattva
  • Period: Tang dynasty (618–907)
  • Date: 8th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Marble covered with lime deposit
  • Dimensions: H. 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm); W. 4 3/8 in. (11.1 cm); D. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Edmund C. Converse, 1921
  • Object Number: 21.175.406
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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