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A true tantrik (a doctrine of enlightenment of the oneness of one’s self and the visible world; combines elements of Hinduism and paganism including magical and mystical elements like mantras, mudras and exotic rites; especially influential in Tibet). Kapala were made from a human skull bone / cap,…
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- Item Number: O-3209
- Provenance/Origin: Katmandu Valley. Circa early 1960s
- Composition: Himalayan Crystal, Bronze with gold plating.
- Dimensions: 9.25" tall x 7" wide x 4" deep (kapala in cradle)
- Weight: 4 pounds
- Price: $ 890.00 USD
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Garuda is a mythological bird of the dharma protector and Astasena in Buddhism. King of birds with an anthropomorphic form. Protector with power to go anywhere at anytime. Sometimes depicted with a snake or demon in their mouths.
Redpoll is commonly associated with this…
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- Item Number: S-7052
- Provenance/Origin: Tibet area. Circa late 1900s
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 12" tall x 12" wide x 4" deep
- Weight: 6 pounds
- Price: $ 325.00 USD
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Detail: A 7-headed Naga (Muchalinda) hood rises over the Buddha seated on a snake coil. Mara (a demon who wants to kill spiritual life) has sent a violent rainstorm in order to distract the Buddha from his meditation but the Naga forms a hood to protect him…
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- Item Number: S-9507
- Provenance/Origin: Thailand. From a reputable antique dealer. Acquired in Thailand.
- Composition: Bronze
- Dimensions: 8.5" tall x 4" at widest
- Weight: 2.75 pounds
- Price: $125.00 USD