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Plaque from a Tantric Ritual Apron

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tantric Ritual Apron Plaque by artist unknown. The image shows a vertically standing, elongated, pointed, golden-colored metal plaque with intricate carvings. The plaque is divided into sections. The top section features a pointed, flame-like design with swirling patterns. Below this, a figure is carved with a round face, hands positioned in front, and a decorative necklace. The figure appears to be sitting. The middle section depicts a horizontal, curving line, resembling a snake or tail, encircled by decorative elements. The bottom section shows a face with a wide mouth and protruding tongue, framed by more decorative carvings. The background of the image is dark red and brown with a light brown surface.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 16th century
Medium
Bone
Culture
Tibet (or Nepal)
Dimensions
164 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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