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Relief Plaque of Hindu Deity, Probably Processional: Face of a Deity

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Relief plaque with a square shape and rough edges. The plaque depicts the face of a deity with a serene expression. The deity has a forehead mark and a headpiece with curvilinear patterns. The headpiece sits atop a rounded forehead. The deity's eyes are closed. The nose is straight and proportional to the face. The mouth is a thin line, curving slightly upwards. The deity wears earrings that are large and rounded. The earrings are positioned on either side of the face. The deity also wears a beaded necklace. The background of the plaque features circular patterns. The plaque appears to be made of dark gray stone or metal. The background behind the plaque is light grey.

Artwork details

Date:
probably 14th–16th century
Medium:
Repoussé copper alloy
Culture:
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions:
477 × 624 px
Museum record:
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