Statue of Lama, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_29
Location
Shelf 31 Box 2

A wooden statue of Lama, a teacher or a monk. The drum symbolizes detachment of the body, and the ball symbolizes female wisdom. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively.

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Decorative Octagonal Box, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_41
Location
Shelf 31 Box 2

A decorative wooden octagonal box adorned with coral, turquoise, and pressed metal plates. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively.

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Wall Hanging Plaque, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_34
Location
Shelf 31 Box 2

A dark wooden wall hanging depicting a Hindu Goddess standing astride a lion and a lotus throne. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively.

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Bronze Statue of Yaksha, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_24
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A bronze statue of Yaksha, the protectors often found at the entrances to temples. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Bronze Statue of Makra, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_18
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A bronze statue of Makra, possessing features of different animals, representing the reconciliation of opposites. There is an inscription around the base that reads "E.R. Miller" and the letters "N", "D", and "T". This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Bronze Statue of Tara, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_14
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A bronze statue of Tara, the Buddhist female embodiment of compassion. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Small Ceremonial Bell, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_08
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A small brass ceremonial bell used to awaken the deities. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Wooden Hukka Pipe, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_22
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A wooden hukka pipe with a string attached. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Ceremonial Bell, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_07
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A ceremonial bell, made of brass, used to awaken the deities. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Bronze Statue of Makra, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_19
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A bronze state of Makra, possessing features of differents animals. This represents the reconciliation of opposites. Inscription on the bottom inludes, "E.B.Miller" and "N.S.D.T." This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Copper Pitcher, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_09
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A copper pitcher with lid used for purification. The decorative symbols include a dragon, sun signs, an eternal knot, and swastika. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Ceremonial Drum, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_01
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A ceremonial drum with a blue body and white straps. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Astrological Wall Hanging, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_03
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A copper astrological wall hanging with astrological symbols including hexagrams, zodiac signs, lotus petals, Montra, and Yama (the symbol of death). This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

 
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Devotional Water Pot, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_20
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A metal devotional water pot used for daily prayers with Montra inscribed on the side. This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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Wooden Statue of Ganesha, c.1960

Artifact/Collection Number
AC 1999.3_15
Location
Shelf 31 Box 1

A carved wooden statue of Ganesha, Remover of Obstacles. A sticker on the back reads "Dr. & Mrs. Edgar Miller Liverpool, Pennsylvania". This artifact was brought back from Nepal by Drs. Edgar and Elizabeth Bucke Miller, Class of 1920 and 1923 respectively. 

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