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Bust of Surya (The God of the Sun)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bust depicts a male figure with a crown on his head. The figure has a rounded face with a straight nose and a serene expression. The eyes are cast downward. The figure has earrings, a necklace, and a decorative top. The figure has no arms visible. The background is a plain wall. The overall appearance is that of an ancient statue. The title of the image is "Bust of Surya (The God of the Sun)".

Artwork Details

Date
second half of the 8th century
Medium
Stone
Culture
India (Jammu & Kashmir, ancient kingdom of Kashmir)
Dimensions
445 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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