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Panel of a Portable Shrine

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Panel of a Portable Shrine by Unknown. A brown stone carving depicting multiple scenes. The carving features a pointed arch at the top. At the top center of the carving, a figure sits on a lotus pedestal, dressed in robes. The figure has a crown on their head and their hands are positioned in front of them. Surrounding the figure at the top are multiple smaller figures. The bottom half of the carving shows a row of figures standing and one figure sitting cross-legged on a lotus flower. The standing figures appear to be in various poses. The background of the carving is intricately detailed with carvings. The carving appears to be old and weathered, with a rough texture and some areas of discoloration.

Artwork Details

Date
5th–6th century
Medium
Phyllitic schist
Culture
Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
Dimensions
385 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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