Sculpture
Artist
Unknown
CultureIndian
Date18th century
MediumStone
DimensionsOverall: 17 1/4 in. (43.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.299
Not on view
DescriptionFigure sits on a tall pedestal which connects with pointed arch behind the figure, forming a small stele. Femal figure has 4 arms, two held up, two down with palms out, all holding lotuses. She wears jeweled crown and large circular earrings. Below her stands a pig-like animal also on a pedestal but supported by a seven-headed naga. A tortoise rests beneath snake. All hands are broken, upper left mostly gone. Much yellow and orange PUJA powder in evidence.
