Ritual Bone Apron

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Ritual Bone Apron

15th - 16th century

Artist/maker unknown, Tibetan or Nepalese

This bone apron, held together with strings and a textile belt, is a part of a larger set of six pieces that would have included a crown, chest ornament, bracelets, armlets, and anklets. These types of ornaments are generally paired with a brocade costume and worn by a person representing the deity in tantric Buddhist rituals and dances.

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Object Details

Title:

Ritual Bone Apron

Date:

15th - 16th century

Artist:

Artist/maker unknown, Tibetan or Nepalese

Medium:

Bone

Dimensions:

28 x 30 inches (71.1 x 76.2 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of Hannah Neil Wheeler in memory of Charles Wheeler, 1933

Accession Number:

1933-63-1

Geography:

Possibly made in Nepal, Asia Probably made near Gyantse, central Tibet, Tibet, Asia

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