Nepal (Kathmandu Valley) · Malla period · 16th–17th century

Asian ArtSculpture16th–17th century

Artwork Details

TitleFigure
MediumIvory
DimensionsH. 4 1/2 in. (11.5 cm); W. 2 5/16 in. (5.8 cm)
ClassificationSculpture
DepartmentAsian Art
Date16th–17th century
Credit LineGift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 1985
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureNepal (Kathmandu Valley)
PeriodMalla period
Date Range1500 – 1699

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 38345