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Standing Surya

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green statue of Standing Surya, the Hindu sun god, by Indian artist. The sculpture depicts a male figure wearing a dhoti and a conical headdress. The figure has four arms, with the upper arms bent at the elbow and the lower arms extended downward. The figure stands on a circular base with two holes on either side. A large circular halo surrounds the figure's head. The statue appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a weathered appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
11th–12th century
Medium
Copper alloy
Culture
India
Dimensions
392 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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