This unknown lama wears the traditional clothing of Tibetan laymen. The piece shows noteworthy similarities with another bronze in this exhibition (No. 13). The two objects were likely produced by the same artist or workshop.
Details
Title: Unidentified Teacher of the Bon Tradition
Date: 13th-14th century
Date Created: 13th-14th century
Physical Dimensions: H 8.125 x W 6.25 x D 4.75 in.
Exhibition History: Rubin Museum of Art, "Masterworks: Jewels of the Collection" (01/25/12 - 01/14/13), Rubin Museum of Art, "Stable as a Mountain: Gurus in Himalayan Art" (03/13/09 - 07/13/09)
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