The statue is made of bronze with incised decoration, gilt and set with gemstones. The god is shown with four arms, holding the wheel of life and death,etc. The bronze is heavily patinated, showing mineralisation to malachite in places.
More information
Title of artwork, date
A Figure of Vishnu, c. 1200–1400
Date supported
1980
Medium and material
Bronze
Dimensions
Height: 34 cm
Grant
3000
Total cost
15000
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