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Hanuman Conversing

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bronze statue depicts Hanuman conversing. The statue shows a male figure with a monkey face and large ears. He wears a conical headdress and jewelry including a necklace and bracelets. His hands are positioned in front of him as if engaged in conversation or gesture. He wears a short dhoti which is secured by a wide waistband. The figure stands on a decorative base with a square bottom and round top. The statue has a green patina and appears to be of South Indian origin.

Artwork details

Date:
11th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
India (Tamil Nadu)
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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