Seated Tara

Cleveland Museum of Art

The bronze statue depicts Seated Tara, crafted by an unknown artist. The figure sits cross-legged on a tiered base adorned with a row of decorative shapes around the top. The base features a wide, flat bottom that gradually tapers inward, then widens again at the top. The figure wears a crown and earrings; its right hand rests on its knee, while the left hand holds a stem with a lotus flower near its shoulder. The figure's left leg is crossed over the right, with the foot resting near the knee. The statue's surface exhibits a dark brown patina with areas of lighter brown and hints of red. The background transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.