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Ascetic Holding a Skull - 1980.25_full
The 'Ascetic Holding a Skull' is a Gilt Bronze figure depicting a man with a large belly holding a small skull in
his left hand. The hair is the only part of this design which is not gold in color. This appears to be a trend among
artists of this region and time period. The figure was created during the Wei dynasty around 500 ACE in China. The
figure is described as being Mrgasirsa and has influence roots in Hindu culture.
Ascetic Holding a Skull - 1980.25_full
The 'Ascetic Holding a Skull' is a Gilt Bronze figure depicting a man with a large belly holding a small skull in
his left hand. The hair is the only part of this design which is not gold in color. This appears to be a trend among
artists of this region and time period. The figure was created during the Wei dynasty around 500 ACE in China. The
figure is described as being Mrgasirsa and has influence roots in Hindu culture.