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Male Deity, probably Padmapani

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a stone carving of a male deity, probably Padmapani. The carving is rectangular and made of gray stone. The figure has a serene expression with a subtle smile and closed eyes, with the right eye slightly more closed than the left. He wears a necklace with a large pendant and another necklace with smaller beads. The figure's hair is styled in an updo adorned with a decorative piece. The background of the carving features a floral motif on the left side and the figure occupies the right side. The carving appears to be an ancient artifact with a rough texture, suggesting age and wear. It is set against a plain gray background with a shadow visible beneath it.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. late 9th century
Medium
Andesite
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
600 × 503 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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