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A Demon Victim of Durga's Wrath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of metal sculpture. Kneeling male figure with facial hair and crown on head. The figure wears a patterned top and bracelets on both wrists. Left arm bent at the elbow with hand positioned near face. Right arm bent at the elbow with hand on right knee. Right leg bent with foot behind. Left leg stretched out behind with a three-toed foot visible. A sword or similar object lies on the ground in front of the figure, oriented horizontally. The figure and base cast a faint shadow to the right on a light gray background. The sculpture depicts "A Demon Victim of Durga's Wrath" by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
13th century
Medium
Gilt copper
Culture
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions
558 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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