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Pedestal with Yaksha and Two Lions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular stone block with a flat top and rounded edges. The top has a raised decorative border. The block features three carved figures. A central figure with four arms and a headdress is flanked by two lions. The central figure's arms are bent at the elbows with hands on hips and extended downwards. The figure has a large headdress. The two lions are sitting on their haunches, facing outwards. The lions have their front paws raised. The block is gray and appears to be made of stone. The background of the image is light grey.

Artwork details

Date:
9th century
Medium:
Stone
Culture:
India (Jammu & Kashmir, ancient kingdom of Kashmir)
Dimensions:
599 × 323 px
Museum record:
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