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A gilded bronze statue, identified as a 15th-century Tibetan Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, is depicted centrally. The figure is seated in a cross-legged meditative posture (padmasana) on a dark, circular base. It wears an elaborate, multi-tiered crown adorned with floral motifs, intricate necklaces, armbands, and large ear ornaments. The face presents a serene expression with downcast eyes and a subtle smile. The right hand is raised to shoulder height, holding a slender, dark stem that appears to be a stylized lotus. The left hand rests in the lap, in a gesture that might be holding a small object or scroll. The statue's surface is predominantly gold with darker, patinated accents highlighting details in the hair, jewelry, and garment folds. It is displayed on a light, flat surface against a plain, light grey background, indicative of a museum environment. This artifact is located within the Museo delle Culture (MUDEC) in Milan, Italy.
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