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Standing Indra

ca. 2nd century
Not on view
"Indra, King of the Gods," inscribed on the pedestal, identifies this figure, but he is also recognizable by the decorated crown and the third eye engraved on his forehead. The Vedic god Indra was incorporated into Buddhism in various ways: as one who witnesses the birth of the Buddha, as an attendant and protector of the Buddha, and as the ruler of the Trayastrimsha heaven.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Standing Indra
  • Date: ca. 2nd century
  • Culture: India (Uttar Pradesh, Mathura or Ahicchatra)
  • Medium: Sandstone
  • Dimensions: a): Head: H. 3 3/4 in. (9.4 cm);
    b): Body (lower waist down): H. 11 3/8 in. (28.9 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Samuel Eilenberg Collection, Ex Coll.: Columbia University, Purchase, Rogers Fund, 1987
  • Object Number: 1987.218.12a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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