Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi Artist: Unknown

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11th–12th century

Asian Art

On view, 2nd floor, Asian Art

Representations depicting guardian deities embracing consorts illustrate the union of wisdom and compassion at the heart of Buddhism. Chakrasamvara’s multiple heads and arms denote his potency, while the trampled beings symbolize the flaws that must be overcome to attain enlightenment.

Medium

Limestone

Dimensions

4 × 3 × 1 1/2 in. (10.16 × 7.62 × 3.81 cm)

Credit Line

Lent by Steven M. Kossak, B.A. 1972

Loan number

ILE2016.30.1

Geography

India

Culture

Indian

Period

Pala period (ca. 750–1100)

Classification

Sculpture

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No Copyright - United States

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