Vajra Hammer, 17th century
Unknown artist, Tibetexpand_more
Iron with silver and giltexpand_more
Gift of Ruth and Bruce Daytonexpand_more 2000.99.1
Not on Viewexpand_more
A vajra hammer (skt. vajramudgara, Tbt. dorjey towa) symbolizes the relentless effectiveness of critical wisdom to smash ignorance and illusion. The hammer is often shown being carried by numerous deities and dharma protectors in Buddhist sculpture and painting, and it is used by the priesthood in esoteric rituals. It is employed, for instance, in the purification ceremony that preceeds a kalachaka initiation.
Details
- Title
- Vajra Hammer
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 2000.99.1
- Curator Approved
This record has been reviewed by our curatorial staff but may be incomplete. These records are frequently revised and enhanced. If you notice a mistake or have additional information about this object, please email collectionsdata@artsmia.org.
Does something look wrong with this image? Let us know
Zoom in on the left to the detail you'd like to save. Click 'Save detail' and wait until the image updates. Right click the image to 'save image as' or copy link, or click the image to open in a new tab.