Anthropomorph Artist: Unknown

ca. 1500–500 B.C.E.

Asian Art

On view, 2nd floor, Asian Art

This cast-copper anthropomorphic figure, characterized by a large head, curled arms, and fishtail-like legs, is one of the most enigmatic objects to have been unearthed among the ancient copper hoards near the Ganges River. The hoards also included celts, harpoons, and other implements. Most likely, this figure had a religious or protective function.

Medium

Copper

Dimensions

8 11/16 × 11 5/8 in. (22 × 29.5 cm)

Credit Line

Lent by Steven M. Kossak, B.A. 1972

Loan number

ILE2017.17.2

Geography

India

Culture

Indian

Classification

Sculpture

Disclaimer

Note: This electronic record was created from historic documentation that does not necessarily reflect the Yale University Art Gallery’s complete or current knowledge about the object. Review and updating of records is ongoing.

Object copyright
No Copyright - United States

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