Amulet case with Vishnu Riding Garuda

Gold square-shaped pendant with a beaded edge, featuring a central figure riding a bird. The figure is rendered in turquoise and has four arms. The bird has a long neck and outstretched wings. The pendant is adorned with various stones, including turquoise, rubies, and sapphires, set in a gold framework. A gold bail with two small rubies is attached to the top. The pendant is set against a plain light gray background.

Artwork details

Date:: 17th–19th century
Medium:: Gold, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, pearls, zircon, coral, lapis lazuli, and turquoise
Culture:: Nepal
Dimensions:: 599 × 565 px
Museum record:: View original