Vajravarahi: Tantric Female Deity (1000s–1100s CE)

Dating to the 1000s–1100s in Nepal, the sculpture captures her in a dynamic, ecstatic tantric pose symbolizing the transformative energy of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Dating to the 1000s–1100s in Nepal, the sculpture captures her in a dynamic, ecstatic tantric pose symbolizing the transformative energy of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Through her poised expression and confident gesture, the goddess Uma sculpture invites viewers to explore themes of feminine power, creation, and cosmic harmony, offering a window into the rich interplay of Hinduism and Buddhism in medieval Nepal.