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Vishnu

900–950

South India, Tamil Nadu, probably Pudokkatai, early Chola Dynasty, 10th Century

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Medium
granite
Measurements
Overall: 129.5 x 38.1 cm (51 x 15 in.)
Credit Line
John L. Severance Fund 1963.104.2
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Location
243 Indian and Southeast Asian
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Description

Vishnu is shown here in his form as supreme lord, his high crown indicative of his royal aspect; his four arms reveal his superhuman nature. His upper right hand holds a discus, seen from the side. In his upper left hand he holds the conch shell.

Vishnu

900–950

South India, Tamil Nadu, probably Pudokkatai, early Chola Dynasty, 10th Century

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