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Pair of Manuscript Covers with Buddhist Deities

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two long, narrow, rectangular pieces of artwork with rounded edges. The artwork is red background with multiple circular images of Buddhist deities in various colors, including orange, yellow, green, and black. Each deity sits in a cross-legged position within a circular frame. The frames are gold-colored. The pieces appear worn and aged, with some chipped paint and discoloration. The artwork by an unknown artist is titled "Pair of Manuscript Covers with Buddhist Deities".

Artwork Details

Date
late 11th century
Medium
Distemper on wood
Culture
Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
Dimensions
598 × 289 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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