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Tara

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bronze statue depicts Tara sitting cross-legged on a lotus flower base. The figure has a serene facial expression and long hair styled in a high bun adorned with a decorative piece. She wears large earrings and multiple necklaces, with her hands clasped together in front of her chest. Her wrists are adorned with multiple bracelets. The lotus base has two tiers, each featuring petal-like details. The background transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
7th century
Medium:
Brass inlaid with silver and copper
Culture:
Pakistan (Swat Valley region)
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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