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The Bon deity Kunzang Akor
The Bon deity Kunzang Akor

The Bon deity Kunzang Akor

Place of OriginTibet
Date1300-1400
MaterialsCopper with gilding
DimensionsH. 7 1/2 in x W. 5 5/8 in x D. 3 1/4 in, H. 19.1 cm x W. 15.0 cm x D. 8.3 cm
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object numberB87B1
DepartmentHimalayan Art
ClassificationsSculpture
On View
On view
LocationGallery 12
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The Bon tradition of Tibet is a religious system whose practices include shamanic religious phenomena. These practices include initiatory ordeals, meditative travel, and spiritual healing. Like the Buddha, this Bon figure sits in lotus position with hands folded in meditation. Accordingly, since Bon art exhibits many similarities with Vajrayana sculptures, they can be difficult to differentiate.