
Dish with a Sea Monster and Marine Deity
Dish with a Sea Monster and Marine Deity by Unknown. A circular dish with intricate carvings and a raised edge. The dish has a central carving divided into two halves; the top half resembles waves and the bottom half features a figure sitting on a throne-like object. The figure appears to have a crown on its head, and there are sea creatures to the sides. The dish is surrounded by multiple concentric circles with ornate carvings. The entire dish appears to be made of a greenish-brown material with visible discoloration and wear. The background behind the dish is solid white.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1st century BCE–3rd century CE
- Medium
- Green Stone
- Culture
- Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
- Dimensions
- 600 × 450 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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