

Plaque from a Tantric Ritual Apron with a Skeleton
Golden-colored, triangular plaque with a raised edge. The plaque features a skeleton in a dancing pose with its legs bent and arms extended. The skeleton has a crown on its head and a protruding tongue. The plaque is decorated with intricate carvings and patterns, including a row of small circles along the top edge and floral motifs at the bottom. The background of the image is a plain off-white color. The plaque appears to be made of metal, possibly gold or brass. It has a pointed bottom and a wavy top edge.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 16th century or later
- Medium
- Bone
- Culture
- Tibet
- Dimensions
- 416 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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