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Mandalas

Scope note

Generally, geometric motifs, often circular and symbolic of the Universe, capable of innumerable variation and meaning in a variety of media.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000249866

Broader Terms used

<geometric motifs>

Equivalent Terms used

mandala

Created

12yrs ago

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