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Atisha with Scenes from his Life

Late 18th century
Object PlaceTibet
Medium/TechniqueDistemper and gold on cotton, mounted in silk satin
DimensionsOverall: 132 x 70cm (51 15/16 x 27 9/16in.)
Other (Image): 69.5 x 46cm (27 3/8 x 18 1/8in.)
Credit LineThe Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession number47.280
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InscriptionsOn reverse, in red ink, in Tibetan, mantras behind each major figure. In black ink, three Chinese characters. On obverse, in gold ink, small Tibetan inscriptions identifying the scenes - to be read.
Provenance1947, Elizabeth Day McCormick, Chicago, IL; 1947, gift of McCormick to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 1, 1947)