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Head of Kubera

200s CE

Northern India, Mathura, Kushan period

Medium
spotted red sandstone
Measurements
Overall: 16 x 14 x 14 cm (6 5/16 x 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.); Block: 24.5 x 10.2 x 8.3 cm (9 5/8 x 4 x 3 1/4 in.)
Weight: 3.68 kg (8.11 lbs.)
Credit Line
Gift of Dr. Norman Zaworski 2012.295
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Location
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Kubera is the god of wealth, and he is most often depicted with a moustache during this period.
A spotted red sandstone sculpture depicts the head of Kubera facing forward. The grainy reddish-brown stone features light tan spots throughout. Kubera has wide eyes, a broad nose, and a thick, upturned mustache. His full lips curve slightly, and large, elongated earlobes flank his face. Atop his head, circular coils and a textured band form an intricate pattern.

Head of Kubera

200s CE

Northern India, Mathura, Kushan period

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