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Rondel with the Goddess Hariti

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Rondel with the Goddess Hariti is a circular metal object with a raised decorative edge. The edge has a scalloped design with small bumps. The object is made of two-toned metal with a darker color on the outer part and a lighter color on the inner part. In the center, a woman sits on a throne-like chair with a curved back. The woman has her left hand resting on her knee and her right hand on the armrest. She wears a long dress and a head covering. Above her head is a smaller gold-colored head. There are two small animal figures on either side of her. The background of the image is a solid gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1st century
Medium:
Silver with gold foil
Culture:
Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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