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Maijishan Grotto 142: Cross-Ankled Bodhisattva

CHINA, Gansu, Tianshui; Northern Wei dynasty (386–534); Clay; H: 1.6 m
This statue of a crossed-ankled Bodhisattva is located on the left wall. Behind the Bodhisattva is a mandorla with a flame pattern. The Bodhisattva has a high topknot and is richly adorned with jewelry. The figure wears a flowing robe that extends to the ground.

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