

Manuscript Cover with Four Vidyadevis Accompanied by a Protective Deity
The image shows two long, narrow pieces of artwork. The top piece is rectangular and horizontal, with a black background and six red oval shapes in a row. Each oval contains a different colored figure. From left to right, the colors of the figures are black, gold, white, and green. The bottom piece is also rectangular and horizontal, with a brown background and intricate gold, red, and green designs. The designs appear to be floral and swirling patterns. The background of the image is white.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 14th–15th century
- Medium
- Distemper on wood; repoussé gilt-copper cover
- Culture
- Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)
- Dimensions
- 599 × 315 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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