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Three-Dimensional Mandala

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Three-Dimensional Mandala by artist unknown is a gold-colored, ornate object with a rounded base and a tall, thin top. The base is circular and flat with a short, curved wall rising from it, featuring a series of small, colorful stones or gems set into the metal. The wall is decorated with intricate etchings and patterns. A series of small, raised figures are placed around the base. The top of the object is narrower and features a series of stacked, concentric circles. The very top of the object is a long, thin piece with a red gem at the top and two curved, gold pieces that extend out from it. The background of the image is dark gray, with the object sitting on a lighter gray surface.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Gilt copper inlaid with coral, lapis lazuli, and turquoise
Culture:
Nepal
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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