Antique 16th-18th Century Tibetan Gilt Bronze Shrine For Buddhist Deities








$700.00
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Antique 16th-18th century Tibetan Buddhist gilt bronze Shrine including ,base and mandorla for Buddhist deities, also known as 'parikara' or 'prabha' (aureole). The base is decorated with a row of lotus petals and a mandorla chiseled with a flaming pattern.
Since gold was more expensive centuries ago than in modern times, gilding is found only on the front.
CONDITION: It shows its age and use. It has an old patina and gilding with age-related wear.
MEASUREMENTS:
Height: 19.5 cm (7.68 inches).
Mandorla width: 14 cm (5.51 inches).
Hundred and One Antiques
Ottawa, Ontario
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