Modern. Due to China's special history (Cultural Revolution), there are very few ceramic Maitreya Buddhas left and are of extremely high value. Dating from the late Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China, this Maitreya Buddha statue has exquisite workmanship, bright colors and a pleasant expression, which fully reflects the superb level of Jingdezhen porcelain's colored porcelain craftsmanship at that time.