Cambodian sandstone sculpture of head of Deva, 10th century, V&A Museum, London
1924
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1924
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a stone head carved from smooth gray sandstone. The face has a calm, closed-lid look, with a small smile and a pointed beard. Big earrings hang from the lobes, and the hair is shaped into a rounded cap. This sculpture was made in Cambodia over 1,000 years ago. The quiet, serene face is typical of Deva figures, which represent divine beings in Khmer culture. If you like this, visit the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more sculptures like it.