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Standing Shiva

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a statue of a male figure titled "Standing Shiva" by an unknown artist. The statue is made of dark metal, possibly bronze or copper, and features intricate details. The figure stands with one leg slightly bent and the other straight, with the right hand raised in a gesture and the left hand holding an object. He wears a necklace and a short dhoti. His hair is styled in a tall, curved headdress. The figure stands on a small platform. Behind the figure is an ornate archway with a pointed top and curved sides, decorated with patterns and shapes. The archway is also made of dark metal and has a textured surface. The background of the image is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 13th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
India (Kerala)
Dimensions:
400 × 625 px
Museum record:
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