Antique Brass & Copper Kapala Cup / Container / Oil Lamp. Hanging. Tibet
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A well-adorned hanging oil lamp in the shape of a human skull kapala. Used in sacred places, this brass and copper container has a rich history. The chain looks more recent than the cup itself. There is a small hole on one edge for the wick.
For the Serious Collector.