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Garuda with Dolphins

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal sculpture of Garuda with dolphins. The sculpture is ornate and features a Garuda, a mythical creature with human-like features and bird-like wings and tail. The Garuda is positioned on the right side, facing left. Two dolphins are on the left side. The Garuda and dolphins are surrounded by intricate designs and patterns. The sculpture has a shiny gold finish. The background is a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Bali)
Dimensions
600 × 487 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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