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Architectural Bracket in the Form of a Celestial Musiciancirca 16th century

Not on view
Pale tan stone sculpture of a standing crowned figure with densely carved jewelry, necklaces, and ornamented garments, arms broken at the shoulders
Stone sculpture of a standing figure in three-quarter view, wearing a tall ornate crown, large circular earrings, and a long skirt with densely carved scrolling patterns; surface covered in fine relief detailing throughout.
Stone sculpture of a standing guardian figure in dynamic contrapposto pose, wearing an elaborate crown, layered jewelry, and ornately carved robes with fine surface detailing, mounted on a wooden base.
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Architectural Bracket in the Form of a Celestial Musician
Place Made
India, Rajasthan or Gujarat
Date Made
circa 16th century
Medium
Sandstone
Dimensions
16 x 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. (40.64 x 13.97 x 19.05 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Harry and Yvonne Lenart in honor of Dr. Pratapaditya Pal
Accession Number
AC1995.140.1
Classification
Architecture
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.