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Linga Cover with Four Faces of Shiva (Caturmukhalinga)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray stone sculpture on a round wooden base. The sculpture depicts a large cylindrical form with four faces carved into it. The faces are positioned at the front, right, left, and back. The front face features a large nose, small eyes, mustache, and beard. It wears a decorative collar. The face on the right appears serene. The face on the left is partially obscured. The face at the back is partially obscured. All faces have ornate hair. The sculpture shows signs of wear and aging. The background is light grey.

Artwork details

Date:
15th century
Medium:
Copper alloy
Culture:
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions:
582 × 624 px
Museum record:
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