Head of a deity
Place of OriginCambodia
Dateprobably 1920-1960
MaterialsSandstone
DimensionsH. 12 1/2 in x W. 7 3/4 in x D. 7 1/4 in, H. 31.7 cm x W. 19.7 cm x D. 18.4 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60S101+
DepartmentSoutheast Asian Art
ClassificationsSculpture
On View
Not on viewWeathering (erosion, root marks, deposits) can be useful indications of age, but unfortunately the appearance of age can be induced by chemicals or faked with paint. For now, we depend on careful examination with a trained eye to detect and evaluate the presence of rootlets, lichens, wear, and dirt. These are currently often our best indicators of the true age of a stone carving.
The dating for this head is questionable and is still being studied.
approx. 890-925
approx. 1200-1250
approx. 900-1000
1100-1200
approx. 1100-1150
approx. 600-700
approx. 1175-1225
approx. 1075-1125
approx. 350-450
1000-1100
1200-1250