Wisnu (Vishnu) on Garuda, unknown maker from Bali, Indonesia

Artwork Overview

Wisnu (Vishnu) on Garuda , 1850–1900
Where object was made: Bali, Indonesia
Material/technique: polychromy; wood; carving
Dimensions:
Object Height (Height): 94 cm
Object Height (Height): 37 in
Credit line: Gift of George A. Colom
Accession number: 1977.0036
Not on display

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Empire of Things

Wisnu, the preserver and protector of creation in Hinduism, rides on Garuda, the king of the birds. Garuda is generally represented with magnificent red wings and a red tail, a human body and hands, an eagle’s beak, and bird feet.

Exhibitions

Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2013–2015
Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2016–2021