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Vishnu Riding on Garuda

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a gold statue titled "Vishnu Riding on Garuda" by an unknown artist. The statue is oval-shaped with a flat base and features a man sitting on top of a bird-like creature. The man, Vishnu, has four arms and wears a necklace and a headdress. He holds objects in three of his hands, while his fourth hand rests on his knee. The bird-like creature, Garuda, has wings spread out to the sides and a human-like face. The background of the statue is decorated with a pattern of circles. The statue appears to be made of gold or brass and has a weathered appearance. It sits on a clear stand. The background behind the statue is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
dated 1004
Medium:
Gilt copper repoussé
Culture:
Nepal
Dimensions:
442 × 624 px
Museum record:
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