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The Primordial Buddha Vajradhara

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Primordial Buddha Vajradhara, a gold statue of a person sitting cross-legged on a base, with hands clasped together in front of them. The person has a crown on their head adorned with jewels. They are wearing a necklace and bracelets, both with jewels. The statue has a serene expression with eyes closed. The base is ornately decorated and has two distinct tiers. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
15th century
Medium:
Gilt copper alloy with inlaid silver filaments, turquoise, and semiprecious stones
Culture:
Tibet
Dimensions:
469 × 625 px
Museum record:
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