Pendant with a Siddha (?)

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Pendant with a Siddha (?)

India, Jammu and Kashmir, Kashmir region (?), 8th-9th century
Jewelry and Adornments; pendants
Copper alloy
3 1/2 x 3 1/8 x 1/8 in. (8.89 x 7.93 x .31 cm)
Gift of Daniel Ostroff (AC1999.239.1)
South and Southeast Asian Art
Not currently on public view

Curator Notes

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This openwork, unbacked circular pendant with a border of flames depicts an enigmatic personage. According to John and Susan Huntington, it likely represents an enlightened Vajrayana Buddhist tantric teacher known as a siddha (male) or a siddha woman (personal communication to Stephen Markel, 1999). The figure is seated on a splayed tiger skin on a platform with treasure pots (kalashas) displayed in front. S/he has their knees drawn up and bound by a meditation band (yogabanda). The robed figure has long hair and wears a necklace. The left hand is held against the chest and may hold a cup. The right hand is relaxed at the side.
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