Railing Pillar with Woman and Onlookers

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Railing Pillar with Woman and Onlookers

India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, circa 50-25 B.C.
Sculpture
Mottled red sandstone
21 x 9 1/2 x 6 in. (53.34 x 24.13 x 15.24 cm)
From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, purchased with funds provided by Mr. and Mrs. Allan C. Balch (M.85.2.2)
Not currently on public view

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