Shiva Seated with Uma (Umamaheshvara)

Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)

11th century

Not on view

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Title: Shiva Seated with Uma (Umamaheshvara)
Date: 11th century
Culture: Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions: H. 5 3/8 in. (13.7 cm); W. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); D. 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Jeffrey B. Soref, 1982
Object Number: 1982.456.2
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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