Mahakala
Dark gray stone sculpture of Mahakala by an unknown artist. The sculpture features a large central figure seated cross-legged on a throne-like structure. The figure has a large belly and four arms. The figure wears a necklace and a headpiece. Two smaller figures are on either side of the central figure. The sculpture has an arched top and intricate carvings throughout. The base of the sculpture has several small carvings. The background of the image is light grey.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 11th–12th century
- Medium
- Black stone
- Culture
- India, Bihar
- Dimensions
- 467 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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