Khmer-style Vishnu Figurine

2007.08.0020

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Artifact Identification Khmer-style Vishnu Figurine   (2007.08.0020)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Ceremonial Artifacts
  4. :
  5. Religious Objects
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date 19th or 20th Century
Culture Khmer

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Height) 23.6 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 12.6 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 7.5 cm
Weight 931 g
Measuring Remarks Width taken between raised arms. Depth taken from left raised arm.
Materials Metal
Manufacturing Processes Metallization, Carved, Forming
Munsell Color Information N/A

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda

The Cambodia Museum online database has numerous metallic statues of Vishnu, such as this 20th century brass one (Ga.7095) whose upper arms are holding items similar to the Spurlock artifact: http://www.search.cambodiamuseum.info/searchcatalog/page_list/f.ref_en_nb/desc/6 -- Cheryl Sullivan, volunteer

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Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication N/A
Reproduction N/A
Reproduction Information N/A

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