Sri Lanka · Anuradhapura period · ca. 8th century
Asian ArtSculptureca. 8th century
Artwork Details
| Title | Figure |
| Medium | Bronze with high tin content |
| Dimensions | H. (with pedestal): 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm); W. 2 3/4 in. (7 cm); D. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm) |
| Classification | Sculpture |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Date | ca. 8th century |
| Credit Line | Gift of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Foundation, 1994 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sri Lanka |
| Period | Anuradhapura period |
| Date Range | 650 – 850 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 39222