Vajradhara with Vajra

Vajradhara with Vajra

Made of gilt bronze, lapis turquoise, and rubies. Vajradhara with Vajra on right shoulder and ghanta on his left. Base with lotus of gilt copper.

Details

  • Title : Vajradhara with Vajra
  • Year : 16thC-17thC
  • Classification : Sculpture
  • Medium : Gilt bronze
  • Dimension : Height: 24.5 centimetres (with base)
  • Accession No : 1992,1214.33 Object reference number: RRI11789
  • Country/ Geo-location : Nepal
  • Collection : The British Museum
  • Credit Line : Donated by: Johannes Nikolaus Schmitt Donated by: Mareta Meade
  • Acquisition Method : Donation: Acquisition date 1992
  • Status : Not on display