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Standing Ganesha

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a four-armed figure with an elephant head. The figure has large ears and a long trunk that curls up. Two tusks protrude from the mouth. The figure wears a crown and a long skirt. The figure's four arms are positioned in various gestures. The figure stands on a round base with intricate carvings. Behind the figure is an ornate archway. The sculpture appears to be made of weathered stone or metal, with visible signs of aging. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to white at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–17th century
Medium:
Wood with traces of polychrome
Culture:
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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