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A dark clay sculpture features a central structure with an arched opening and several pointed finials on the roof. Two small, stylized figures with outstretched arms stand in front.
Wedding Procession
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Wedding Procession

Maker Indian Artist
DateMid 20th Century
Place of originIndia, Asia
MediumGlazed Terracotta
DimensionsA: 7 x 7 1/4 x 4 in. (17.8 x 18.4 x 10.2 cm)
B: 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 1/4 in. (6.7 x 6.7 x 3.2 cm)
C: 2 1/4 x 2 3/8 x 1 in. (5.7 x 6 x 2.5 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Needham
Object number1987.1.98
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Visual DescriptionA dark clay sculpture features a central structure with an arched opening and several pointed finials on the roof. Two small, stylized figures with outstretched arms stand in front.
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