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Mandala Base
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A ritual object of Tibetan Buddhism, this cloisonné disc is used as the base for a three-dimensional mandala composed of miniature buildings. The decoration includes the lotus flowers and the Eight Buddhist Treasures: the wheel, the conch, the umbrella, the canopy, the lotus, the paired fish, the vase, and the endless knot.
| Artist / Maker | China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644) |
|---|---|
| Date | early 1400s |
| Culture / Origin | China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644) |
| Medium | cloisonné enamel |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 30.8 cm (12 1/8 in.) |
| Department | Chinese Art |
| Type | Enamel |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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