A close-up, angled view displays a weathered grey stone relief carving of an animal, identified as a monkey or ape, integrated into a textured stone structure in Batheay, Cambodia

A close-up, angled view displays a weathered grey stone relief carving of an animal, identified as a monkey or ape, integrated into a textured stone structure in Batheay, Cambodia. The creature is rendered in a quadrupedal stance, positioned as if moving upwards and to the right, with its head turned to face the viewer. Its rounded head presents carved features for eyes, nose, and mouth, with a noticeable reddish-brown speck embedded near the left side of its snout. The body and visible limbs are robust, and the feet display distinct digits. The carving and surrounding stone exhibit extensive weathering, characterized by a coarse-grained texture, dark grey and black discoloration, patches of white and black lichen, and irregular yellowish-brown mineral staining. Sections of textured, deep green material, resembling moss or stylized foliage, are present in the upper left and right portions of the stone background. Cracks and fissures are visible across the aged stone surface.