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Yaksha, possibly Kubera

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray stone statue of a human figure with a head, neck, and arms. The figure has a smooth face with a slight smile and closed eyes. The hair is shoulder-length, parted down the middle, and pulled into low ponytails on either side of the face. The figure is wearing a necklace and earrings. The arms are bare and the elbows are slightly bent. The statue has a rough texture and appears to be weathered, with some green and yellow discoloration on the surface. The background is white. Title: Yaksha, possibly Kubera.

Artwork Details

Date
late 6th–early 7th century
Medium
Sandstone
Culture
Vietnam
Dimensions
468 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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