Palanquin Ends, Front Piece in the Form of a Makara

16th–17th century

Caption

Palanquin Ends, Front Piece in the Form of a Makara, 16th–17th century. Brass, length: 23 1/2 in. (59.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Jeffrey and Denise Figiel, 2008.82.1a-c.

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Asian Art

Title

Palanquin Ends, Front Piece in the Form of a Makara

Date

16th–17th century

Geography

Place made: Karnataka, India

Medium

Brass

Classification

Ornament

Dimensions

length: 23 1/2 in. (59.7 cm)

Inscriptions

Inscriptions on two collar elements, to be read.

Credit Line

Gift of Jeffrey and Denise Figiel

Accession Number

2008.82.1a-c

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