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Radha

Figure
1825-1900 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This figure is a bit more statically posed than most Radhas. Both hands are bent forwards and could have held wire fittings. Her eyes are inlaid, probably in shell or bone. She stands on a plain solid square base. Generally heavy casting, brassy colour, little wear.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleRadha (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Cast brass and conch shell
Brief description
Radha, figure, bronze, Bengal, 1825-1900.
Physical description
This figure is a bit more statically posed than most Radhas. Both hands are bent forwards and could have held wire fittings. Her eyes are inlaid, probably in shell or bone. She stands on a plain solid square base. Generally heavy casting, brassy colour, little wear.
Dimensions
  • Height: 19cm
Credit line
Given anonymously
Object history
Anonymous gift.
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
IM.109-1929

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Record createdAugust 7, 2003
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