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.

  • Item Number: C-8109
  • Provenance/Origin: Tibet. Age unknown but most likely early 1900s
  • Composition: Brass and copper
  • Dimensions: 9" long x 6" wide x 3.25" tall. Total height on chain: 20"
  • Weight: 1.3 pounds
  • Price: $ 385.00 USD