sculpture #7
Description after Linrothe: Type of Object: painted clay sculpture;
Materials & Techniques: mold-made clay sculpture, then painted;
Measurements: 24 x 13 x 13 cm;
Title: Vajradaka; local name: Za che mkha' 'gro;
Subject: Sculpture used in purifying rituals; seeds or medicines are placed in the mouth of the deity and fall into a homa-fire;
Date or Period: ca. 19th c.;
Where Kept: gzim chung chung ba hall.
