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Green Tara, Folio from a dispersed Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita (Perfection of Wisdom) Manuscript

Mahavihara Master

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a Buddhist deity sitting cross-legged on a throne-like seat. The deity has green skin and is adorned with multiple necklaces and a crown. The deity's right hand is in a gesture, while the left hand holds a book. The deity wears a blue top and a red skirt. A halo surrounds the deity's head. The deity sits in front of a red and gold arched backdrop. The image is surrounded by a yellow border with red accents. The border is decorated with intricate designs. The background of the image is a light brown color. There are two columns of black text on either side of the image, written in a foreign language. The text is separated from the image by a red and yellow border.

Artwork Details

Date
early 12th century
Medium
Opaque watercolor on palm leaf
Culture
India (Bengal) or Bangladesh
Dimensions
600 × 351 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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