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Tara, the Buddhist Savior

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts Tara, the Buddhist Savior. The statue shows a female figure with a golden complexion. The figure has a crown on her head with ornate designs. Her hair is pulled back and she has earrings. She wears an ornate top and a long skirt. The skirt has a slit on the right side. She has a flower in her left hand. Her right arm hangs down at her side with the palm facing outwards. The statue stands on a black pedestal. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
14th century
Medium
Gilt copper alloy with color and semiprecious stone inlay
Culture
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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