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Varuna, Lord of Knowledge; Regent of the West

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze sculpture of Varuna, Lord of Knowledge; Regent of the West. The sculpture depicts a male figure with a serene expression, wearing a crown on his head and a long skirt. His hands are held together in front of his chest. He stands beside an animal with large horns. The sculpture has a weathered appearance with a green patina, indicating age. The figure and animal stand on a rectangular base. The background is a gradient of dark gray to light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
9th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Sri Lanka
Dimensions:
441 × 624 px
Museum record:
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