Rama and Sita
Figure
1825-1900 (made)
1825-1900 (made)
| Place of origin |
A small simple example of Rama and Sita in their typical pose, with Rama's right hand in abhaya mudra rather than vitarka mudra, with Sita sitting on his left knee. The detailing is achieved with simple incised strokes.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Rama and Sita (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Copper alloy, casting |
| Brief description | Rama & Sita; sculpture, copper alloy, South India, 1825-1900. |
| Physical description | A small simple example of Rama and Sita in their typical pose, with Rama's right hand in abhaya mudra rather than vitarka mudra, with Sita sitting on his left knee. The detailing is achieved with simple incised strokes. |
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| Credit line | Given by Major J.B. Weston |
| Object history | Given by Major J.B. Weston, 22 De Vere Gardens, W. This acquisition information reflects that found in the Museum records (Asia Department registers and/or Central Inventory) as part of a 2023 provenance research project. R.P. 1921-1607 |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | IM.145-1921 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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