Manjushri

Öndör Gegeen ZanabazarLate XVII or early XVIII century

The Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

A beautifully crafted gilt bronze figure of Buddha Manjushri. This sculpture, created by G. Zanabazar, is undeniably one of the perfect iconic artworks. It is known as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom and one of the three protectors of knowledge.

Details

Title: Manjushri
Creator: Öndör Gegeen Zanabazar
Date Created: Late XVII or early XVIII century
Location Created: Mongolia
Type: Buddha
Rights: The Fine Arts Zanabazar Museum
Medium: Gilt bronze

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