Youthful Manjushri on a Lotus Throne, 16th century


Youthful Manjushri on a Lotus Throne, 16th century, Tibet, Copper alloy, H. 3 1/2 in. ( cm); W. 2 7/16 in. ( cm); Diam. (base) 3 1/2 in. ( cm), Sculpture, This work was likely produced for Chinese use. This unusual representation of Manjushri shows him as a child, with a plump face and the five topknots of childhood, known in China as wuji wenshu. A foliate necklace with settings for gemstones adorns his youthful figure


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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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