Title

Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Expounding the Dharma to a Devotee..., early 12th century. Creator: Mahavihara Master.

Caption

Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Expounding the Dharma to a Devotee: Folio from a Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita Manuscript, early 12th century. Avalokiteshvara, bodhisattva of compassion with hands in double vitarkamudra preaching the Perfection of Wisdom sutra. Pala period

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Reference

HRM20A37_284

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Keywords

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