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Seated Mother Goddess

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Seated Mother Goddess is a small, beige-colored figurine. The figurine has a head with short hair and a circular face. Two small holes represent the eyes. The body is depicted with a large bust and no arms. The lower body is nude, with the legs extending down to the feet. The figurine appears to be made of stone or clay and shows signs of wear and aging. The background of the image is a plain beige color, providing a neutral contrast to the figurine. The figurine is positioned upright, with its shadow visible on the surface behind it.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 3000–2500 BCE
Medium:
Terracotta
Culture:
Pakistan (Baluchistan)
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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