Statue of Mahakala
Copper, Qing Dynasty (18th century), 25.1 cm high; 21.2 cm wide. Mahakala, a Sanskrit translation, means "Great Black Deva" (Brave Protective Deity).
This statue shows a wrathful manifestation in the process of his subduing evil demons.
Sent by PhelpsKwok in Chongqing, China on 23 Feb 2022; Received: 26 Mar 2022; Distance traveled: 5,013 miles; 31 days.
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