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Shiva Seated on Nandi, Flanked by Consorts (Tympanum)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A gray stone carving depicting a central figure sitting on an animal flanked by two smaller figures. The central figure sits on an animal with a long snout and tail, facing forward with one leg resting on the animal and the other bent upward. The figure has four arms; two arms extend to the sides and upward. The figure on the left sits cross-legged on a lotus flower, facing the central figure. The figure on the right sits cross-legged on a lotus flower, facing the central figure. Two mushroom-like structures are on either side. The background of the carving is rough and textured. The carving sits on a black stand.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. first half of the 10th century or earlier
Medium
Stone
Culture
Vietnam (Champa)
Dimensions
599 × 462 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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