Cast iron head of Buddha, China, Yuan or Ming Dynasty, (circa 1300-1400). This sculpture demonstrates the height of Chinese cast iron technology. This refined hair, smoothly modelled face and contemplative eyes convey the Buddhist ideal of being compassionate, yet detached from earthly issues.

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Cast iron head of Buddha, China, Yuan or Ming Dynasty, (circa 1300-1400). This sculpture demonstrates the height of Chinese cast iron technology. This refined hair, smoothly modelled face and contemplative eyes convey the Buddhist ideal of being compassionate, yet detached from earthly issues.

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Size: 3707px × 5657px
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Photo credit: © World History Archive / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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