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

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray or black stone or metal plaque with a relief carving of a Hindu deity's face. The deity has a large nose and ears, with the right ear partially obscured. The face features a long, curved trunk that forms a snout and wraps around to the bottom right. Two small eyes are depicted with eyelids. A headband adorns the forehead, consisting of a line of circles. The plaque's shape is irregular, with a flat bottom and rounded top. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 14th–16th century
Medium
Repoussé copper alloy
Culture
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions
477 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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