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Illustration
This Khmer sandstone sculpture represents a Hindu goddess in the Baphuon style. It comes from Preah Vihear, Preah Vihear in Cambodia and dates from the 11th century CE. (Musée Guimet, Paris)
About the Author
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.
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APA Style
Wiener, J. B. (2017, October 18). Khmer Feminine Divinity Sculpture. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7461/khmer-feminine-divinity-sculpture/
Chicago Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Khmer Feminine Divinity Sculpture." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified October 18, 2017. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7461/khmer-feminine-divinity-sculpture/.
MLA Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Khmer Feminine Divinity Sculpture." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 18 Oct 2017. Web. 25 Mar 2023.
