

Brass statue of the fierce Buddhist god Mahakala (also protector of the Sciences), Tibetan, 1601-1800. Partly meant to reflect the fierceness in the worshipper's own nature; by propitiating them he comes to terms with his own 'shadow'.
Details
- Category:
- Asian Medicine
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A40461
- Measurements:
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overall: 681 mm x 460 mm x 220 mm,
- type:
- statue