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Plaque from a Tantric Ritual Apron (Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi at Center)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is an elongated, narrow, decorative plaque. It has a pointed top and a narrower pointed bottom. The plaque features intricate carvings and appears to be made of gold or brass. The plaque has three main sections. The top section contains a small seated figure. The middle section features a larger figure with multiple heads and arms. The figure has a round object in front of their stomach. The bottom section contains another figure. The plaque is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century or later
Medium:
Bone
Culture:
Nepal
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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