Vishnu, Thakuri period, 10th–11th century, Nepal (Kathmandu Valley), Gilt-copper alloy, H. 8 1/2 in. ( cm); W. 5 in. (


Vishnu, Thakuri period, 10th–11th century, Nepal (Kathmandu Valley), Gilt-copper alloy, H. 8 1/2 in. ( cm); W. 5 in. ( cm); D. 1 3/8 in. ( cm); Wt. 2 lbs (.9 kg), Sculpture, Vishnu as the divine protector and preserver of order assumes a symmetrical posture, his four arms counter-balancing one another as he displays his martial kingly attributes: war discus, battle club, and conch-shell trumpet


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