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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
Museum record:
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