

Hanging Lamp in the Form of a Kinnari
Bronze hanging lamp in the form of a mythical creature with a human head and bird-like body. The creature has a human face with a serene expression and short hair adorned with a crown-like headpiece. Its body is bulbous with a short neck and a long, curved beak-like spout extending from its chest. Two large wings protrude from its back, one curved upwards and the other downwards. A handle is attached to the top of the lamp. The entire piece exhibits a dark patina with visible signs of aging and wear. The lamp is titled "Hanging Lamp in the Form of a Kinnari" and is by an unknown artist.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. second half of the 9th–early 10th century
- Medium:
- Bronze
- Culture:
- Indonesia (Java)
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 480 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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