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Vishu

12th century
Not on view
Vishnu, the preserver and protector of the universe in Hindu cosmology, stands dressed in the traditional Khmer waistcloth (sambot). The garment is worn tightly around the thighs and bears an elaborate triple fishtail pleat at the front. This figure likely formed part of a triad that would have included Vishnu flanked by his two consorts, Sri Devi and Bhu Devi, forms of the goddess Lakshmi.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Vishu
  • Period: Angkor period
  • Date: 12th century
  • Culture: Cambodia
  • Medium: Stone
  • Dimensions: H. 38 7/16 in. (97.7 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Gift of Margery and Harry Kahn, 1984
  • Object Number: 1984.128a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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