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Miniature Votive Stupa

c. 1000s

Eastern India, Bihar

Medium
bronze with inlay of semiprecious stones
Measurements
Overall: 29.2 cm (11 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
John L. Severance Fund 1982.132
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The spire consists of thirteen disk-like parasols that refer to the thirteen stages on the path to enlightenment.

Description

Small-scale stupas were modeled on large monuments that contain relics of the Buddha or revered members of the Buddhist community within the solid, dome segment. Such models were made to commemorate a devotional visit to the monument. Four different sacred Buddhist images face each of the four directions: Shakyamuni, Vajrasattva, Maitreya, and Prajnaparamita.

Miniature Votive Stupa

c. 1000s

Eastern India, Bihar

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