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Buddhist Monk, Teaching

Mid-18th century

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Buddhist Monk, Teaching

Mid-18th century

Physical Qualities Gilt metal alloy, 6 1/8 x 5 1/8 x 3 5/8 in. (15.6 x 13 x 9.2 cm.)
Credit Line Frank J. and Elizabeth L. Goodnow Collection
Object Number 1942.70.209
The Baltimore Museum of Art by bequest to the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, 1942; Goodnow Collection, Baltimore; probably acquired by Elizabeth Goodnow in China, c. 1912-1913
Frances Klapthor, BMA, "The Devotional Art of Tibet," May 14, 2007-January 20, 2008.

Markings: Dedication plate: a smallish double vajra with a yin-yang in the center.

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