Buddha Offering Protection (Abhaya Mudra), Leaf from a dispersed Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita (Perfection of Wisdom) Manuscript

12th century
Not on view
Buddha offering protection (abhaya mudra).

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Buddha Offering Protection (Abhaya Mudra), Leaf from a dispersed Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita (Perfection of Wisdom) Manuscript
  • Period: Pala period
  • Date: 12th century
  • Culture: India (Bihar or West Bengal)
  • Medium: Ink and color on palm leaf
  • Dimensions: Image: 1 7/8 × 21 1/2 in. (4.8 × 54.6 cm)
  • Classification: Paintings
  • Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1985
  • Object Number: 1985.400.9
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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