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Seated lama
Seated lama

Seated lama

Place of OriginTibet
Date1700-1900
MaterialsGilded bronze
DimensionsH. 8 3/4 in x W. 7 in, H. 22.2 cm x W. 17.8 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60B135
DepartmentHimalayan Art
ClassificationsSculpture
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The lama is seated in cross-legged yoga posture on a double lotus throne with a thunderbolt scepter placed before him. His right displays the earth-touching gesture. His sect cannot be determined due to the lost of his headdress.