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Reguarding Guardians of Art

MISTRY, Dhruva (b. 1957)

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.

Reguarding Guardians of Art
Image: © Dhruva Mistry, CBE RA/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
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Collection Area

Art

Item Number

NMW A 362

Creation/Production

MISTRY, Dhruva
Date: 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

East wing pavilion - exterior

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Cerflun | Sculpture Celf Gain | Fine Art Celf ar y Cyd (100 Artworks) Alegori | Allegory Creadur chwedlonol | Mythical creature CADP content Artistiaid y 21ain ganrif | Active in the 21st Century
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