明 黃銅鎏金天王像|Guardian, probably a Lokapala (Tian wang)
Object type: Figure
Department: Asian Art
Culture: China
Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
Date: early 17th century
Medium: Gilt brass; lost-wax cast
Dimensions: H. 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm); W. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); D. 5 in. (12.7 cm)

Classification: Sculpture
Credit line: Purchase, The Vincent Astor Foundation Gift, 2002
Accession year: 2002
Tags: Armor|Men|Buddhism