Head of Buddha Shakyamuni

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Head of Buddha Shakyamuni

India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, circa 450
Sculpture
Mottled red sandstone
12 x 7 x 8 1/2 in. (30.48 x 17.78 x 21.59 cm)
From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, Museum Associates Purchase (M.82.6.3)
Not currently on public view

Bibliography

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