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Model of a Stupa

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a metal Model of a Stupa by an unknown artist. The object is tall and narrow, with a square base. The base has a decorative design with three visible cut-out sections on each side. Above the base, there is a rounded section with ornate designs. Further up, there is a large disc, followed by a series of 14 smaller discs stacked on top of each other, decreasing in size as they ascend. The discs have a rough texture and appear to be made of metal. The top of the object features a small finial. The background is a plain gray color, with a slight shadow underneath the object.

Artwork Details

Date
second half of the 10th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
420 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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