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3rd–2nd century BCE · Terracotta, black oxidation patina · Asian Art

Such small goddesses were produced in vast quantities and likely were used for personal devotion. This figure’s outstretched arms and wide hips recall the goddesses in the ring stone exhibited nearby. Her face and the rosettes in her hair were produced with molds, while handmade coils were used to craft the earrings, necklace, and girdle.

Artist

Unknown

Date

3rd–2nd century BCE

Medium

Terracotta, black oxidation patina

Culture

North India

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Michael and Georgia de Havenon, 1978