Sri Lanka · Anuradhapura period · 5th century
Asian ArtSculpture5th century
Artwork Details
| Title | Head |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); W. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm); D. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm) |
| Classification | Sculpture |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Date | 5th century |
| Credit Line | Gift of Evelyn Kossak, The Kronos Collections, 1986 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sri Lanka |
| Period | Anuradhapura period |
| Date Range | 400 – 499 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 38975