Standing Shiva or Temple Guardian (Dvarapala)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing figure with a serious expression, eyes closed. The figure is male, has long hair, and is wearing a conical hat. He is dressed in a short skirt secured by a belt and a long cloth wrapped around his waist. His right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand raised near his face. His left arm is also bent at the elbow with the hand resting near his hip. The figure stands on one leg, with the other leg bent behind him. The sculpture is made of stone, with a light brown color and a rough texture. The background is dark gray. The figure is titled "Standing Shiva or Temple Guardian (Dvarapala)" and is by an unknown artist.