Manuscript Cover with Prajnaparamita Attended by Sadakshari Lokeshvara and a Tara

Dark brown rectangular object with intricate carvings. The object has a raised border around the edge. Inside the border, a pattern of small circles and lines. Three main carved figures sitting cross-legged in the center. The left figure is surrounded by a teardrop-shaped halo, wearing a crown and holding hands in prayer. The middle figure sits within a circle, hands in prayer. The right figure sits within a circle, hands in prayer. Two square carvings on either side of the three figures, depicting what appear to be buildings or structures. The object appears to be made of wood or metal. The background of the image is light gray.

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Date:: 14th–15th century
Medium:: Wood with traces of gilding and color
Culture:: Tibet
Dimensions:: 600 × 450 px
Museum record:: View original

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Manuscript Cover with Prajnaparamita Attended by Sadakshari Lokeshvara and a Tara

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