Standing Vishnu with His Consorts, Lakshmi and Sarasvati

India (Bihar)

ca. second half of the 11th century

Not on view

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Title: Standing Vishnu with His Consorts, Lakshmi and Sarasvati
Period: Pala period
Date: ca. second half of the 11th century
Culture: India (Bihar)
Medium: Black stone
Dimensions: H. 36 1/2 in. (92.7 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Michael V. Stolen, 1987
Object Number: 1987.178
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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