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Model of the Mahabodhi Temple

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Model of the Mahabodhi Temple by an unknown artist depicts a small, intricately carved wooden model of a temple. The model is dark brown with reddish-brown and black accents. The temple has a square base with a stepped pyramid-shaped roof that tapers to a point at the top. The base features a series of carved panels on each side, showcasing various figures and designs. Two short columns are on the right side of the base. The background of the image fades from dark grey at the top to light grey at the bottom. The temple model sits on a white surface.

Artwork details

Date:
12th century
Medium:
Quartz-muscovite-chlorite-talc phyllite
Culture:
India, Bihar
Dimensions:
468 × 625 px
Museum record:
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