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The Hindu God Vishnucirca 6th century

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Small bronze bust of a deity figure with elaborate crown, inlaid eyes, and beaded necklace, heavily weathered with red and gilt pigment traces

Unknown, The Hindu God Vishnu, circa 6th century, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Neil Kreitman, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
The Hindu God Vishnu
Place Made
Afghanistan (?)
Date Made
circa 6th century
Medium
Copper alloy inlaid with silver
Dimensions
3 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 3/4 in. (8.89 x 8.89 x 1.91 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Neil Kreitman
Accession Number
M.91.160.5
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
South and Southeast Asian Art

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