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Mirror Handle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture "Mirror Handle" by an unknown artist depicts a gray stone carving of a figure in a seated position. The figure is wearing a long dress or robe with folds carved into it. The figure's right arm is bent at the elbow and raised. The left arm is also bent at the elbow. The face of the figure is visible and appears to have a serene expression. The background of the image is a plain grey color. The object is rectangular with a curved bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
6th–8th century
Medium:
Chloritic phyllite
Culture:
India (Jammu & Kashmir, ancient kingdom of Kashmir)
Dimensions:
556 × 624 px
Museum record:
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