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Vishnu

National Museum - New Delhi

National Museum - New Delhi
New Delhi, India

Vishnu’s front right hand is in abhaya-mudra (giving assurance); the rear right carries the chakra and the rear left the sankha (conch). This particular hand gesture is called the ‘tripitaka hasta’. He is wearing a very elaborate lower garment, evident from the fold marks, floral patterns and the multiple hemlines near the ankles.

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  • Title: Vishnu
  • Date Created: 12th Century CE
  • Location: South India
  • Physical Dimensions: Ht. 84.7 cm., Wd. 35.6 cm., Dep. 22.8 cm.
  • Medium: Bronze
  • Dynasty: Late Chola
National Museum - New Delhi

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