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ca. 15th century · Copper alloy with traces of gold paint, inlaid with silver and gold · Asian Art

This triad with Amitayus (Amitabha) on an openwork lotus throne flanked by two similarly enthroned Taras celebrates the symbolism of the lotus that is so essential to South Asian art. Two devotees— snake-hooded nagas, guardians of the earth’s treasures—emerge from the waters, hands raised in veneration.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 15th century

Medium

Copper alloy with traces of gold paint, inlaid with silver and gold

Culture

Tibet

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Uzi Zucker, 1979