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Cover of a Buddhist Manuscript with Padmapani and Interior Scenes from the Valahassa JatakaLate 16th century

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Rectangular bronze or copper-alloy plaque with heavy dark patina and terracotta-toned wear patches, centered with a small relief of a standing figure on a plinth

Unknown, Cover of a Buddhist Manuscript with Padmapani and Interior Scenes from the Valahassa Jataka, Late 16th century, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Zimmerman, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Cover of a Buddhist Manuscript with Padmapani and Interior Scenes from the Valahassa Jataka
Place Made
Nepal
Date Made
Late 16th century
Medium
Wood with opaque watercolor
Dimensions
4 7/8 x 16 5/16 in. (12.4 x 41.4 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Zimmerman
Accession Number
M.84.171.4a
Classification
Manuscripts
Collecting Area
South and Southeast Asian Art