Nagakanya, daughter of Muchalinda, the King of the Nagas (rain
givers and guardians of the waters). In Tibetan Buddhism,
Nagakanya is the "Goddess of Three Realms." Shown here,
holding
a conch shell vessel, her casting is sculpted with fine details and
was likely finished by a gilt technique of fired gold that was
dissolved in mercury, which accounts for the lovely, colorful
patina
of this work.
Region: Nepal/Tibet Primary Iconography: Nagakanya Period: 19/20th Century Dimensions: H. 20 in. Collection: TMS Photo: Eric Hatchell
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