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B G u d d h i s t o d d e s s e s I n d i a o f Pl. 1 Mayadevi, Nepal, early nineteenth century. Gilt bronze inset with turquoise, coral, and other precious stones, height 22 in. (56 cm). Musee Guimet, MA 1779. Photo: Reunion des Musees Nationaux/Art Resource, N.Y. Mayadevl, standing beside a gem-laden wish-granting tree, is a figure of supernal bounty and blessings. Pl. 2 Nativity Scene, Bihar, India, ca. 1150. Prajnaparamita manuscript folio, detail. Opaque watercolor on palm leaf, height 2.5 in. (6.35 cm). Los Angeles County Museum of Art, From the Nasli and Alice Heeramaneck Collection, Mu seum Associates Purchase, M72.1.23. Photo copyright 2004 Museum Associates/ LACMA. Mayadevi, giving birth in the sacred grove, is supported by the tree goddess (the green figure) as the infant emerges effortlessly from her side. Pl. 3 Color plate of Fig. 5.1. Photo courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. Willard G. Clark. This Gandharan masterpiece, carved in a warm-toned schist, portrays Hariti as the epitome of maternal grace, a regal yet tender figure. Pl. 4 Prajiiaparamita, Chauduar, Cuttack District, Orissa, India, Eastern Ganga Dynasty, ca. twelfth century. Stone, height 23.6 in. (60 cm). National Gallery of Australia, 90.531. Photo: National Gallery of Australia. In this irenic image of Prajiiapiiramitii, a scripture appears on the (visual) right lotus, while her lower right hand dispenses the blessings of wisdom. Pl. 5 Color plate of Fig. 12.3. The blue palette of the painting reflects Sarasvati's watery environment and the riverine flow of creativity she inspires. Pl. 6 Color plate of Fig. 13.6. Vasudhara's warm golden hue reflects her enriching nature as she bestows sustenance, wealth, and wisdom. Pl. 7 Color plate of Fig. 15.3. Photo: The Rose Art Museum, Brandeis University. Sitatapatra s body is covered with eyes, representing the all-seeing wisdom with which she protects her petitioners. Pl. 8 Color plate of Fig. 15.6. Photo copyright John Bigelow Taylor. This lavishly gilt statue beautiifUlly evokes the supernal brilliance of the indomitable protector Sitatapatra. Pl. 9 Commemoration Thang-ka for Bhlmaratha Rite, Tashilumpo Monastery, Central Tibet, nineteenth century. Opaque watercolor on cloth, 28.25 X 22 in. (71.7 X 56 cm). Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Christian Humann, M.71.98.1. Photo copyright 2004 Museum Associates/LACMA. Usntsavijayii in a long-life stupa casts her gaze over a Bhimaratha ritual, performed for the longevity and fortunate rebirth of the honorees.