19th century
Relief decoration depicting Krishna playing the flute, with a cow on front. Floral pattern on back. Slides open with a loop for hanging.
2.38 x 1.25 x 0.63 cm (15/16 x 1/2 x 1/4 in.)
Mrs. William Hayes Fogg, New York, NY, Bequest to Fogg Art Museum, 1895.
Steatite or chlorite
Bronze
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