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Kneeling Garuda

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure with a human body and bird-like features, specifically the artist's rendition of a Garuda. The figure has a dark brown color with a smooth texture. The Garuda is kneeling on one knee, with the other leg bent in front. The figure's hands are clasped together in front of its chest. It wears a crown-like structure on its head and has earrings. The figure has a necklace around its neck and what appears to be armor or a decorative element on its shoulders. The sculpture sits on a dark brown base. The background of the image is gray, transitioning from light to dark.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 16th century
Medium:
Black stone
Culture:
India (Rajasthan)
Dimensions:
469 × 625 px
Museum record:
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