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late 12th–early 13th century · Bronze · Asian Art

The presence of demonic figures and of Nan Brah Dharani suggests that this plaque is part of a larger composition depicting Buddha, prior to his enlightenment, being attacked by the forces of Mara, the personification of illusion and evil.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 12th–early 13th century

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Thailand or Cambodia

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Foundation, 1997