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Head of a Nobleman2nd century

Not on view
Carved stone sculptural head in terra-cotta-colored rock, with a wrapped headdress, circular ear ornaments, and broad facial features, displayed on a dark background
Sandstone sculptural fragment of a human head, front-facing, with a rounded cap or headdress, full cheeks, and softly modeled facial features; weathered tan surface with visible age spotting.
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Head of a Nobleman
Place Made
India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura
Date Made
2nd century
Medium
Mottled red sandstone
Dimensions
6 3/4 x 5 x 2 1/4 in. (17.15 x 12.7 x 5.72 cm)
Credit Line
Purchased with funds provided by Harry and Yvonne Lenart
Accession Number
M.85.159.2
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
South and Southeast Asian Art
Selected Bibliography
  • El Universo de la India: Obras Maestras del Museo de Arte del Condado de Los Angeles. Santiago: Centro Cultural Palacio La Moneda, 2012.