Sculpture of Bhairava
Golden sculpture of a standing male figure with a serene expression, adorned with a crown-like structure on his head. He wears a short dhoti and holds an object in both hands at chest level. The figure stands against an oval backdrop with intricate designs. A circular motif is positioned at the top of the backdrop. The sculpture has a rounded base with decorative elements. The figure has a serene facial expression with eyes that appear closed or half-closed. The sculpture shows signs of aging with darker patches and cracks on its surface.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 13th–14th century
- Medium:
- Gold
- Culture:
- Indonesia (Java, Sumatra [?])
- Dimensions:
- 399 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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