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Gorget worn for initiation or for deity

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bronze gorget with turquoise stones and a figure of Buddha. The gorget is shaped like a crescent moon with a pointed bottom. It has a chain attached to the top for fastening. The gorget is decorated with small turquoise stones and a central figure of Buddha sitting in lotus position. The background of the gorget is bronze-colored metal. The gorget has two rows of turquoise stones around the edges. There are also some red stones on the gorget. The gorget is displayed on a white surface.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silver gilt with precious and semi-precious stones
Culture:
Nepal
Dimensions:
599 × 399 px
Museum record:
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