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Mahakala Son-dkar

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black statue of Mahakala Son-dkar, a deity with multiple arms. The statue is made of dark metal and features intricate details. The figure has one face and 6 arms. The figure wears a crown on its head. The right arms are raised and bent at the elbow, holding objects. The figure wears a long skirt and a necklace. The figure stands on a round base with decorative elements. The base has a wide bottom that tapers towards the top. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
431 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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