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Thangka of Avalokitesvara

Artist Anonymous (Tibetan)
CultureTibetan
Datelate 19th Century - early 20th Century
Mediumoil on canvas
DimensionsOverall: 34 5/8 x 20 11/16 in. (88 x 52.5 cm)
Classification(s)
  • EASTERN
Credit LineGift of John M. Topham in honor of Robert L. Volz
Terms
  • mandala
Object number94.20
DescriptionThangka of Avalokiteśvara (most likely the 11-headed form though we don’t see all 11 heads), with White Tara and Green Tara at the bottom left and right, respectively. Terms: bodhisattva; Buddhism: compassion.
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