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Standing Vishnu

9th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Standing Vishnu
  • Period: Pallava or early Chola period (880–1279)
  • Date: 9th century
  • Culture: India (Tamil Nadu)
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: H. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); W. 2 13/16 in. (7.1 cm); D. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Samuel Eilenberg Collection, Gift of Samuel Eilenberg, 1987
  • Object Number: 1987.142.68
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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