Figure of Hindu goddess Ganga

Made:
1801-1900 in India
Brass figure, perhaps of the Hindu goddess Ganga on her vehicle

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Brass figure, perhaps of the Hindu goddess Ganga on her vehicle
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Brass figure, perhaps of the Hindu goddess Ganga on her vehicle, the alligator, Indian, 1801-1900

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A7144
Materials:
complete and brass
Measurements:
overall: 76 mm x 105 mm x 56 mm,
type:
statue
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)