DepartmentAsia

Sandalwood Carving

NameSandalwood Carving

Place madeBOMBAY AREA, INDIA, SOUTH ASIA, ASIA

MediumWood (sandalwood)

DimensionsOverall: 3 13/16 x 1 1/4 x 7/16 in. (9.7 x 3.1 x 1.1 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection, Gift of Dr. J. Monroe Thorington

Object numberFA.1973.9.80

Collections

Dr. J. Monroe Thorington Collection

DescriptionRepresentation of a South Asian Indian diety. Mermaid-like with fishtail, rises from elliptical base. From one piece of wood. Reaccessioned 8-10-81.

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