Head of a Deity
Reddish-brown stone sculpture of a head, titled "Head of a Deity" by an unknown artist. The sculpture features a face with a nose, mouth, and eyes; a rounded object protrudes from the left side. A hat or headpiece with a patterned design sits atop the head. The face appears calm, with subtle facial expressions. The sculpture has a rough texture, and small white specks are scattered across its surface. The background is a light brown color.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 5th–6th century
- Medium
- Terracotta
- Culture
- Sri Lanka
- Dimensions
- 383 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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