Probably Maitreya (Mile), the Buddha of the Future

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Probably Maitreya (Mile), the Buddha of the Future

China, Six Dynasties period, Northern Qi dynasty, 550-577
Sculpture
Carved marble with traces of paint and gilding
9 1/2 x 6 x 2 7/16 in. (24.13 x 15.24 x 6.19 cm)
Anonymous gift (M.74.54)
Not currently on public view