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Seated Kubera

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze statue of Seated Kubera. The statue depicts a seated figure with a serene expression. The figure sits cross-legged on a base, with the left leg resting on top of the right leg. The figure has a large ornate headdress on its head. The headdress is flame-shaped and features a rounded top; it is decorated with detailed designs. The figure wears a long-sleeved garment with a high collar; the garment has a design around the neck. The figure's right hand is held up with the palm facing outwards; the left hand is held up with the palm facing inwards. The statue has a brown patina with darker spots. The background is a gray gradient, with the top being darker and the bottom being lighter.

Artwork Details

Date
12th century(?)
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette