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A small brass sculpture of a bull on a rectangular reddish-brown base. The figure features an intricate patterned saddle and bands.
Seated Nandi
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Seated Nandi

Maker Indian Artist
Date20th century
Place of originIndia, Asia
MediumBrass
Dimensions1987.1.135A: 4 1/8 x 4 3/4 x 2 3/8 in. (10.5 x 12.1 x 6 cm)
1987.1.135B: 3 x 5 3/4 x 3 3/8 in. (7.6 x 14.6 x 8.6 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Needham
Object number1987.1.135
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