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Rubbing of a Scene from the Ramayana

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a rubbing from a stone carving. The rubbing depicts a battle scene with multiple figures. Some figures are humanoid, some have animal features. The figures are densely packed, with many overlapping. Most figures have four arms. The figures wear various types of headgear and clothing. Some figures hold weapons, including swords, bows, and arrows. The image has a detailed, textured appearance. The title of the image is "Rubbing of a Scene from the Ramayana". The artist is not visually identified in the image.

Artwork details

Date:
20th century
Medium:
Ink on paper
Culture:
Cambodia
Dimensions:
600 × 300 px
Museum record:
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