Standing Purusha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture titled "Standing Purusha" by an unknown artist depicts a standing figure carved from stone. The figure appears to be male, with a rough, textured appearance suggesting age or weathering. He is shown with a rounded head, facial features are not clearly defined. The figure has a long, possibly draped body. The left arm is bent at the elbow and appears to be raised. A hole is visible on the left side of the body, possibly indicating a missing arm or object. The right arm is also raised and bent at the elbow. The figure stands on a flat base. The background of the image is a plain gray color.