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Chamunda, the Horrific Destroyer of Evil

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts Chamunda, the Horrific Destroyer of Evil, by an unknown artist. The figure has a light-brown color and appears to be made of stone. The figure has a tall, pointed headdress on its head. The face has large, round eyes and an open mouth with visible teeth. The body is muscular and has a defined ribcage and abdomen. The arms are bent at the elbows, with the hands near the chest. The figure wears a short loincloth with decorative designs. The background of the image is a dark gray color. The sculpture appears to be on a stand, with a black pole visible at the bottom. The overall posture of the figure suggests a dynamic and powerful stance.

Artwork Details

Date
10th–11th century
Medium
Sandstone
Culture
India
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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