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Lower fragment of the goddess Durga killing the buffalo demon (Mahishasuramardini), “Scorretti Marble”
Location: Afghanistan
Dating: Hindu-Shahi period (ca. 822 - 1026): 8th century - 9th century
Material / Technique: Yellowish-white marble
Collection / Inventory: Museum of Civilizations, Rome. INV. No. MNAO 34
Provenance: Afghanistan. Formerly Scorretti Collection.
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