Artwork

Bronze Cambodian sculpture of Bodhisattva, ca. 13th century, A.D., V&A Museum, London

Bronze Cambodian sculpture of Bodhisattva, ca. 13th century, A.D., V&A Museum, London, by Unknown, photographic, 1924
Bronze Cambodian sculpture of Bodhisattva, ca. 13th century, A.D., V&A Museum, London, by Unknown, photographic, 1924

Bronze Cambodian sculpture of Bodhisattva, ca. 13th century, A.D., V&A Museum, London is a photographic photography by Unknown. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A black-and-white photograph documents a 13th-century bronze sculpture of a Bodhisattva held by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

About this work

Overview

A black-and-white photograph documents a 13th-century bronze sculpture of a Bodhisattva held by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

Subject & Meaning

The sculpture depicts a serene standing Bodhisattva figure with a calm face and detailed draped clothing, conveying a sense of balance and tranquility.

Technique & Style

The figure's smooth features, rounded headpiece, and intricately carved fabric folds demonstrate skilled craftsmanship.

History & Provenance

The bronze sculpture was accessioned by the Victoria and Albert Museum in 1924, and the photograph was likely taken in the early 1920s.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known