A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF VAJRAYOGINI CHINA, QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

portrayed in alidhasana, the naked body adorned with jewelry, fluttering scarves and a garland of skulls, the right hand holding a kartrika, the left hand raised and holding a kapala up against the wrathful face, beneath a tiara of skulls, all supported on a lotus base

There is a crack to the fluttering scarf over the figure's shoulder. There is a small hole in the figure's left arm and pubic region, indicating there may be a missing piece. There are three patches in the stand, which may be associated. There is surface wear and wear to the gilding.
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Himalayan Art Resources item no. 12849.