Image title: A Malla Queen

This bronze sculpture shows an image of a Malla Queen, from the 17th century, who is seated in vajrasana in a clapping posture. She is known engaging in devotional songs. She is wearing earrings, necklace and bracelets.

Gallery information:

The National Museum of Nepal (Rashtriya Museum) houses a variety of sculptures, carvings, statues, paintings and other objects grouped according to the major religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism. This photo is from the Hindu bronze sculpture (dhatu-kala) section.