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Brahma Standing on a Turtle Surrounded by the Four Lokapalas, Guardians of the Cardinal Directions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze statue of Brahma standing on a turtle, surrounded by the four Lokapalas. The statue is bronze with a green patina. The figure of Brahma is in the center, standing on a turtle. Brahma has four arms. The top right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand closed into a fist. The bottom right arm is bent at the elbow with the palm facing outwards. The top left arm holds a small object resembling a flower or a weapon. The bottom left arm is bent at the elbow with the palms of the hand together. Brahma wears a short-sleeved top and a long skirt. Brahma has a tall crown on his head. The four Lokapalas stand around Brahma. The Lokapalas are small and wear simple robes. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The statue stands on a decorative base with three feet.

Artwork Details

Date
9th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Sri Lanka
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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