Dvarapala (Guardian Figure), 8th century, 26 3/4 x 12 x 8 1/2 in. ( x x cm), Stone, China, 8th century, Guardian figures called Dvarapala were located at entrances to Buddhist cave sanctuaries and temple compounds where they acted to thwart any forces opposing Buddhist thought. As such, they were dramatically depicted in vigorous poses with threatening facial expressions and exaggerated muscular structure ready to confront all threats.

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