Śrīdevī dharmapala

Mongolian Collection

Accession Nr.: 91.8.1-2
Type: sculpture; metalwork; statuette
Date of production:
second half of 19th century
Place of production:
Materials: brass
Techniques: gilt
Dimensions: height: 18 cm
The attributes of the sculpture, made with the lost-wax technique, are crafted in meticulous detail, but the vajra-ended club is missing from Śrīdevī’s right hand. The cover is decorated with a viśvavajra; signs suggest subsequent removal of the sacred substances.
The gilded bronze statue has blue, black and red paint in the appropriate places.