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Head of Vishnu

400s CE

Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura

Medium
sandstone
Measurements
Overall: 28 cm (11 in.)
Credit Line
Edward L. Whittemore Fund 1942.498
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Location
243 Indian and Southeast Asian
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Description

During this period in India, the Hindu god Vishnu wears a distinctive squarish crown with a central medallion featuring a lion head. With strings of pearls issuing from his mouth, the imagery conveys the idea of radiance and glory. Devotees recognized Vishnu as having solar and royal attributes. His coiled ringlets of hair and heavy earrings also indicate that he was meant to have the appearance of a royal warrior.

Head of Vishnu

400s CE

Northern India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura

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