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Bronze sculpture of a winged, kneeling figure with hands in a prayer position. The figure wears an ornate headdress and jewelry, exhibiting a weathered green patina and hints of gold on the face.
Garuda
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Garuda

Artist Indian Artist
Date17th century
Place of originIndia, Asia
MediumCopper alloy
Dimensions9 3/8 x 6 x 5 3/8 in. (23.8 x 15.2 x 13.7 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Thomas J. Needham
Object number1990.8.6
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