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Pendant with Face of Glory (kīrtimukha)

A work made of gold inlaid with turquoise, emeralds,
pearls, and rubies.

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  • A work made of gold inlaid with turquoise, emeralds,
pearls, and rubies.

Date:

Late 19th century

Artist:

Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

About this artwork

Status

On View, Gallery 140

Department

Arts of Asia

Title

Pendant with Face of Glory (kīrtimukha)

Medium

Gold inlaid with turquoise, emeralds, pearls, and rubies

Dimensions

5.1 × 6.6 × 0.7 cm (2 1/16 × 2 5/8 × 11 in.)

Credit Line

Promised gift of Barbara and David Kipper

Reference Number

Obj: 226293

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