16th to 17th Century Nepalese Malla Image of Jambhala

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #966920
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Details: A well modelled and attractive Nepalese example of a late Malla 16th to 17th century Jambhala, the great Dharmapala. Here he is depicted corpulent, the dispenser of wealth and treasure, seated in Lalitasana with a large belly, wearing an ornate diadem backed by a tall beaded lotus petal Prabha. His very round eyes and peaceful expression correspond to his attitude as an attentive guardian of wealth. Jambhala‘s traditionally stout body is adorned with all manner of jewellery befitting hi... Click for details

16thC Tibetan Inscribed Gilt Image of the Arhat Bhadra

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1700: item #962117
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Details: A finely cast and quality example 16th Century gilt copper alloy Tibetan image of the Arhat Bhadra (Bzang Po) an early disciple of the Buddha Shakyamuni. He is depicted teaching, seated crossed legged upon a superbly rendered single lotus pedestal, with his right hand in Vitarka Mudra and his left hand resting palm up in his lap. The quality and elegance of this image are evident in the masterfully shaped folds of the drapery, the naturalistic modeling of his facial features, the precis... Click for details

Indian Himalayan Mompa Mask of a Yak Shepherd

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1920: item #961628
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Skillfully rendered Indian Himalayan Mompa Mask of a Brokpa, a Yak Shepherd. The Mompa people are from Arunachal Pradesh in the North Eastern part of India, in the Himalayas. 8.5 inches, 21.5cm.

Old Nepalese Shaman Mask with eyes wonderfully askew

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1920: item #957784
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Old Nepalese Shaman Mask with eyes wonderfully askew, 8 inches, 20.5 cm.

Idu Mishmi flat basket

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Handicrafts Pre 1970: item #957058
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Fine and rare old rattan basket from the Idu Mishmi ethnic group from Arunachal Pradesh, India. In India they are primarily animist but in China where they are known as the Lhoba have strong spiritual affiliations with Tibetan Buddhism, also it should be pointed out that the men are the principle basket weavers, while the women do the textiles. Google “Bamboo and Cane Culture of Arunchal Pradesh” and you will get a good description of this regional craft. As Sino/Arunacha... Click for details

18th Century Tibetan Wood Vessel with Handles

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Carvings Pre 1800: item #950220
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18th Century Tibetan Wood Vessel with Handles. Old native repairs. 14w x 9h inches, 35.5w x 23h cm.

Old Nepalese Mahakala Mask

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1900: item #950135
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Old Nepalese Mahakala Mask. Purchased 40 years ago in Kathmandu by a well-known and widely published collector. 9.5h x 8.5w x 3.5d inches, 24h x 22w x 9d cm.

Nepalese Temple Sculpture of a Monkey Eating a Mango

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1920: item #950133
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Nepalese Temple Sculpture of a Monkey Eating a Mango. You sometimes see these in temples in Nepal, with one in each corner. Height: 14 inches, 35.5 cm.

Fine Primitive Nepalese Middle Hills Shaman Mask

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1900: item #950128
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Fine Primitive Nepalese Middle Hills Shaman Mask. 12 x 8.75 inches, 30.5 x 22 cm.

Indian Devi (Durga) Mohra Mask from Himachal Pradesh

Indian Subcontinent: Himalayas: Sculpture Pre 1900: item #950127
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Indian Devi (Durga) Mohra Mask from Himachal Pradesh, used in processions. 12h x 8w inches, 30.5h x 20.5w cm.