Varuna, Lord of Knowledge; Regent of the West
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
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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