Four-Faced Vishnu

Although abraded, this small figure can be identified as the Hindu god Vishnu by his thick garland, high crown, and halo, as well as by the two subsidiary figures who personify his attributes, the mace and the discus.

• Medium: Red Sandstone
• Dates: 4th-5th century
• Period: Gupta Period
• Dimensions: 10 1/4 in. (26 cm)
• Collection: Asian Art
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H2, TOP
• Exhibitions:
  • Vishnu: Hinduism's Blue-Skinned Savior (June 24, 2011 through October 2, 2011)
• Accession Number: 79.260.12
• Image: 79.260.12_PS2.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2008