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Door Guardian, Mahakala
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The natural stance of this richly adorned figure indicates that he served as an attendant: the face turns to his right, while his midsection turns to the left, and the weight is on his right leg. A plain ovoid halo indicates that he is divine. The broken right hand may have held an implement or weapon that would aid in a more precise identification.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, 9th century |
|---|---|
| Date | 800s |
| Culture / Origin | Indonesia, Central Java, Chandi Suko, 9th century |
| Medium | volcanic stone |
| Dimensions | Overall: 61.3 x 32.4 cm (24 1/8 x 12 3/4 in.) |
| Department | Indian and Southeast Asian Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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