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Bodhidharma Seated in Meditation

Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
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Object Information
  • Title: Bodhidharma Seated in Meditation
  • Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Cast iron
  • Dimensions: H. 36 in. (91.4 cm); W. 17 in. (43.2 cm); D. 11 1/4 in. (28.6 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Gift of Fong Chow, in memory of his grandparents, Sir Shouson and Lady Yip Chow, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.413
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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