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This is a gorgeous and highly detailed Avalokiteswora of the Buddhist Pantheon. Believed to protect human beings while they cross the ocean of existence. Precious ornaments adorn her body.
The sealed bottom shows an engraved design that I believe is the crossed-Vajra, symbolizing the principle of…
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- Item Number: S-2211
- Provenance/Origin: Nepal / Tibet. Circa mid- to late- 1900s
- Composition: Silver & nickel composite
- Dimensions: 7" tall x 5.75" wide at base
- Weight: 2.5 pounds
- Price: $ 145.00 USD
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Detail: Hard brass temple bell that serves as a singing bell / bowl. At the tip of the handle is a Dorje (Tibetan name) or Vajra, a sacred object. A striker is included and – if you hold the bell by the handle – you can…
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- Item Number: C-5901
- Provenance/Origin: Tibet. Circa mid- to late-1900's
- Composition: Brass
- Dimensions: 9" tall x 4.5" diameter at bell rim
- Weight: 1.6 pounds
- Price: $ 110.00 USD