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second half of the 8th–early 9th century · Granite · Asian Art

Garuda is the great solar bird ridden by the Hindu god Visnhu. In this representation, however, his only birdlike characteristics are wings, the tips of which have been broken off. He sits in the relaxed posture of maharajalilasana (royal ease) and projects a noble and serene presence. He probably attended a statue of Vishnu.

Artist

Unknown

Date

second half of the 8th–early 9th century

Medium

Granite

Culture

India, Tamil Nadu

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Alice and Nasli M. Heeramaneck, 1983