The Goddess Sarasvati

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The Goddess Sarasvati

Eastern Tibet, Kham region, 18th century
Paintings
Mineral pigments and gold on cotton cloth
14 3/16 x 9 5/8 in. (36 x 24.4 cm)
From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, Museum Associates Purchase (M.84.32.6)
South and Southeast Asian Art
Not currently on public view

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