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Temple Guardian
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Temple Guardian

Artist/Maker (Artist Unknown)
Datelate 18th to early 19th century
Mediumwood
DimensionsOverall: 58 x 22 1/8 x 6 5/8 in. (147.3 x 56.2 x 16.8 cm)
ClassificationsVisual Works
Credit LineGift of George Campbell
Terms
    Object number98.0014.03
    DescriptionThese figures are wood copies of ancient guardians that, in their original stone form, would have flanked the entrance to Sri Lankan Buddhist shrines. They appear to be inspired by the pre-eleventh century Anuradhapura style.
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