The River Goddess Ganga (Ganges) and Attendants

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The River Goddess Ganga (Ganges) and Attendants

India, Rajasthan, circa 800
Sculpture
Red sandstone
28 1/8 x 26 x 7 1/2 in. (71.43 x 66.04 x 19.05 cm)
From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, Museum Associates Purchase (M.79.9.10.1)
Not currently on public view

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