Nepal (Kathmandu Valley) · Thakuri period · dated August 12, 1105

Asian ArtSculpturedated August 12, 1105

Artwork Details

TitleFigure
MediumCopper alloy with gilding
DimensionsH. 16 7/8 in. (42.9 cm); W. 7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm); D. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
ClassificationSculpture
DepartmentAsian Art
Datedated August 12, 1105
Credit LinePurchase, Louis V. Bell, Harris Brisbane Dick, Fletcher, and Rogers Funds and Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, Brooke Russell Astor Bequest, The Vincent Astor Foundation and Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Chilton Jr. Gifts, and The Fred Eychaner Charitable Fund Gift, in honor of John Guy, 2015
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureNepal (Kathmandu Valley)
PeriodThakuri period
Date Range1105

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 677426