Small dark metal relief of a seated deity beneath a multi-headed serpent hood and flame aureole

Masterpieces & Curiosities · Ref. 75

Deity with Prajna, Nepal

CHF 880

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In Vajrayana Buddhism, prajna (wisdom) is personified as the female partner of a deity, symbolising the union of wisdom and compassion. The caption identifies this Nepalese piece, dated to the 17th/18th century, as a deity with prajna. The photo shows a compact relief-like figure seated cross-legged before a flaming aureole, crowned by a multi-headed serpent hood; the metal has a dark brown surface. It measures 11 cm.

Ref.
75
Dimensions
11 cm
Period
17th/18th century
Region
Nepal
Price
CHF 880

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