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Manuscript Cover with Prajnaparamita Attended by Sadakshari Lokeshvara and a Tara

14th–15th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Manuscript Cover with Prajnaparamita Attended by Sadakshari Lokeshvara and a Tara
  • Date: 14th–15th century
  • Culture: Tibet
  • Medium: Wood with traces of gilding and color
  • Dimensions: 8 5/8 x 27 7/16 in. (21.9 x 69.7 cm)
  • Classification: Woodwork
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond G. Handley and Mr. and Mrs. Perry J. Lewis Gifts, 1990
  • Object Number: 1990.22
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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