[Pramāṇa](https://indike.org/pramana/) › [Physical](https://indike.org/pramana/inp) › [Artefacts](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact) › [National Museum, New Delhi](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.nm) › Head of Vishnu # Head of Vishnu The sculptural fragment depicts the crowned head of Vishnu. His eyes are closed, probably in meditation, suggesting a contemplative state. His nose is flat and broad, characteristic of traditional Indian art depictions of deities. His left ear is damaged, which may have been caused by wear or intentional alteration. - **Kind:** artefact - **Date:** 900–999 CE --- Source: [https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.nm.m-74-37](https://indike.org/pramana/inp.artefact.nm.m-74-37) · Pramāṇa