OJAC Collection - Head of bodhisattva

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Head of bodhisattva

c. 5th-6th century
5th-6th century
7 1/4 in. x 4 in. (18.42 cm x 10.16 cm)

Chinese, Northern Wei dynasty, Chinese, (386–534)

Object Type: Asian

Medium and Support: Limestone

Credit Line: Gift of Bill Bomar

Accession Number: 1981.337

Object Description

Chinese stone fragment of a head of a Bodhisattva. This piese ha has traits associated with the Six Dynasties (A.D. 220-589 ) and in particular the Northern Wei Dynasty (A.D. 386-535) in the north of China. A tall headress, elongated face and fixed smile are typical of this period. Unmounted. Second half of 5th Century in style. Top knot hair style swirled c band diadem.

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