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Mandala of Manjuvajra, Tantric Form of the Bodhisattva Manjushri

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular fabric with a mandala design. The fabric has a dark blue bottom section and top corners. A gold-colored fabric is gathered at the top. The mandala is centered on the fabric and features a large circle with a square inside. The mandala has multiple concentric circles and squares with intricate designs and figures. The colors of the mandala include red, orange, yellow, blue, and green. There are several small figures around the mandala. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
late 14th century
Medium
Distemper on cloth
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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