Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Reguarding Guardians of Art

MISTRY, Dhruva (Artist)

Indian sculptor, Dhruva Mistry, was commissioned to complete the sculpture scheme adorning the external walls of Amgueddfa Cymru in Cardiff. This winged creature - part human and part animal - brings together globally diverse ancient and modern influences as it symbolically protects culture and art in Wales.

Winged creature, part human part animal, supporting an empty throne.

Collection Area

Art

Item Number

NMW A 362

Creation/Production

b. 1957
Role: Artist
Period: 1990

Acquisition

Purchase, 8/1990

Measurements

Height (cm): 292.1
Width (cm): 152.4
Depth (cm): 152.4
Height (in): 9
Width (in): 5
Depth (in): 5

Techniques

Portland stone
Techniques (sculpture)
Fine Art - sculpture

Material

Portland stone

Location

On Display

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