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Upper Half of a Deity or King

5th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Upper Half of a Deity or King
  • Date: 5th century
  • Culture: Afghanistan
  • Medium: Bronze
  • Dimensions: H. 4 1/16 in. (10.3 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Samuel Eilenberg Collection, Gift of Samuel Eilenberg, 1987
  • Object Number: 1987.142.281
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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