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8th–9th century · Gold · Asian Art

This rare gold repoussé representation of Avalokiteshvara was fabricated from many pieces of fitted, worked gold. Both the high hairstyle (jatamukuta) and the deerskin over the figure's left shoulder are consistent with representations of Avalokiteshvara, a bodhisattva who offered compassion and protection to devotees. The thin, elongated body and the understated clothing are consistent with Si Thep production.

Artist

Unknown

Date

8th–9th century

Medium

Gold

Culture

Thailand

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Jonathan and Jeannette Rosen, 2015