BronzeChina, Xinjiang Region, Sixteens Kingdom period (303 - 439)Dimensions: Height 7 cm by 5,5 cmWeight: 119 gramsSeated Buddha on a lotus throne with three rims, his left leg pendent, the right leg drawn to his body. His left elbow is resting on the knee with hand palm facing the ground. The other hand is raised with thumb and index finger touching. His robe is flowy and exposing the torso. He is wearing a necklace, earrings and a high tiara. He is surrounded by a flaming aureole. The bronze is attached to a wooden plinth.