Demons on an Elephant with Adorant
The presence of demonic figures and of Nan Brah Dharani suggests that this plaque is part of a larger composition depicting Buddha, prior to his enlightenment, being attacked by the forces of Mara, the personification of illusion and evil.
Artwork Details
- Title: Demons on an Elephant with Adorant
- Period: Angkor period
- Date: late 12th–early 13th century
- Culture: Cambodia
- Medium: Bronze
- Dimensions: H. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm)
- Classification: Metalwork
- Credit Line: Gift of Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Foundation, 1997
- Object Number: 1997.436.1
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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