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This version of Tara comes from the tradition of the 21 Taras of Mahasiddha Suryagupta.
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PALA
A Bronze Figure of Tara
NORTHEASTERN INDIA, PALA PERIOD, 11TH/12TH CENTURY
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A Bronze Figure of Tara
Northeastern India, Pala Period, 11th/12th Century
The six-armed figure seated in 'Royal ease' atop a double-lotus with beaded rim, finely worked with details highlighted in silver and copper, the headdress bearing an effigy of Amitabha
3 in. (7.6 cm.) high
Northeastern India, Pala Period, 11th/12th Century
The six-armed figure seated in 'Royal ease' atop a double-lotus with beaded rim, finely worked with details highlighted in silver and copper, the headdress bearing an effigy of Amitabha
3 in. (7.6 cm.) high