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Standing Goddess

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Standing Goddess depicts a female figure with a serene expression. She has a slender build and stands on a square base. Her hair is styled in a crown-like fashion atop her head. She wears a necklace and a short, fitted top with a curved hemline. A long piece of fabric drapes down from her waist to her knees. Her right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand positioned near her chest, while her left arm hangs down by her side. The figure appears to be made of bronze or copper, exhibiting a green patina. The background transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The title of the piece is 'Standing Goddess' and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
6th–7th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
India (Andhra Pradesh)
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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