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Kadam Chorten (Stupa)
Metal, sculpture Brass and [unknown] interior dedication materials
13.5 inches
Tsang District
Ca. 13th or 14th Century
Kadam School?
Over time, Kadam chortens became taller, more elaborate, and occasionally
included inlay and open metal work. Like all stupas, this Kadam chorten
symbolizes Mt. Meru and the basic mandala of the five jina Buddhas.
Chris Moore
Museum #: 92.054
Huntington Archive Image Scan #: T1018