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1968

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2015

2025

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Buddah Figure

This is a figure. It is dated 2nd–3rd century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is carved schist. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Paul Manheim. It is credited Gift of Paul Manheim.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 48 x 22.5 x 8.5 cm (18 7/8 x 8 7/8 x 3 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Buddah Figure; carved schist; H x W x D: 48 x 22.5 x 8.5 cm (18 7/8 x 8 7/8 x 3 3/8 in.); Gift of Paul Manheim; 1968-155-20

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