The Buddhist Deities Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi

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The Buddhist Deities Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi

Tibet (by a Newar artist), circa 15th century
Paintings
Mineral pigments and traces of gold on cotton cloth
54 x 45 in. (137.16 x 114.3 cm)
From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, Museum Associates Purchase (M.70.1.3)
Not currently on public view

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