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Standing Male Deity (Perhaps Vishnu) Holding a Conch

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze statue of a male deity, possibly Vishnu. The statue depicts a male figure with long hair, wearing a short dhoti, and bare feet. The figure has four arms. The front right hand holds a conch shell. The front left hand holds a club-like object with a curved end. The back right hand holds an object that is not clearly visible. The back left hand holds a small object, possibly a fruit or a ball. The statue has a dark brown patina and appears to be weathered. The background is a beige wall and a light-colored floor.

Artwork Details

Date
6th century or earlier
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Afghanistan
Dimensions
278 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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