Not on display

Figure

19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Cast brass figure of Krishna as an infant playing with a ball.

Object details

Object type
Materials and techniques
Cast brass
Brief description
Figure of Krishna as an infant playing with a ball, cast brass, South India, 19th century
Physical description
Cast brass figure of Krishna as an infant playing with a ball.
Dimensions
  • Height: 11.5cm
  • Weight: 141g
Credit line
Given by Col. Sir Herbert Sandford
Bibliographic reference
Mitchell, A.G. 'Hindu Gods and Goddesses'. London : H.M.S.O, 1982. Plate 47. ISBN 011290372X
Collection
Accession number
729C-1877

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Record createdJuly 30, 2013
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